Director of Open-Source Software

Riverlane • College Park, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Riverlane's mission is to master quantum error correction (QEC) and unlock a new age of human progress. Riverlane is the world leader in QEC technology. We are opening an office in Maryland to work more closely with the US government agencies, national laboratories and research institutions that are shaping the future of quantum computing. This role is one of our founding hires there. You will help establish Riverlane's presence in one of the densest concentrations of quantum research in the world, and have a direct hand in how we build the team, the partnerships and the programs that follow. Riverlane’s overarching mission is making quantum computing useful sooner. To achieve this goal we need to provide future developers with tools and frameworks that enable great science. As for-profit company, open-source is an investment in our future: we want to grow the quantum community, help them learn this nascent technology and evolve it together. In this role, you will set our direction in this space, driving our open-source efforts, identifying the components that can be used by the community, building them either from zero or by adapting our internal toolboxes and finally disseminating their value.

Requirements

• Proven experience in leading large open-source projects with real impact and sufficient technical or scientific complexity
• Excellent software skills in Python, C++.
• Understanding of one or more of the following areas: Compilers, Simulators (ideally Quantum Simulators), Analysis tools, Programming Languages
• Track record of working with developer ecosystems, ideally with experience as maintainer.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team leadership experience.
• Member of open-source groups.

Nice To Haves

• Good understanding of Quantum Computing
• PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline from a top University
• Organiser of open-source groups.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Deltakit, our open SDK, driving the teams that develop analysis tools, simulators, visualizers and core components.
• Use technical expertise to set priorities and directions in collaboration with our product team and in line with our business model, effectively shaping and building our products.
• Interface with the internal developer community to understand and support them, as well as the global community.
• Identify opportunities to amplify internal efforts and build software that is widely accessible to the global ecosystem.

Benefits

• Annual bonus plan
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• 401K contributions
• Equity
• Generous paid time off
• Enhanced family leave
• Learning environment that encourages individual, team and company growth and development, including a regular program of learning events and training and conference budgets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree