Senior Field Application Engineer, Embedded Software (Europe)

Riverlane is seeking an experienced Field Application Engineer with a strong background in embedded software to lead the installation and integration of Riverlane's quantum error correction stack (Deltaflow) into customers' hardware. This role covers the UK and Europe and involves working with internal and external engineering and scientific teams to ensure successful deployment and optimization of our FPGA-based system, handling all aspects of embedded software from design and build of the embedded runtime to debugging and performance tuning.

About Us

Riverlane's mission is to make quantum computing useful, sooner. From climate change to healthcare, large and reliable quantum computers will help solve some of the world's important challenges. Riverlane is building the quantum error correction stack to make this happen. It's a complex problem that requires a range of skills, talent and passion. We’re making remarkable progress and growing fast.

What You Will Do

• Provide on-site and remote support for customer installations and bring‑up of embedded systems
• Assist customers in developing and debugging embedded software using embedded C/C++ toolchains
• Guide integration of custom IP and drivers with Linux or bare-metal applications
• Support customers with the build and installation of libraries and tools, including custom ones, needed for verifying the correct functionality of the system
• Help configure and deploy embedded Linux systems and kernel modules
• Design scalable and verifiable systems
• Work with both user-level software and FPGA hardware systems
• Support pre-sales technical engagements by delivering software-focused demonstrations, proof-of-concepts, and evaluations
• Create technical documentation, training materials, and tailored application notes to accelerate customer success
• Work closely with R&D and product teams to report field issues, share customer feedback, and shape future software support
• Collaborate with our commercial teams to drive adoption and expansion of Riverlane's software solutions for QEC

Requirements

• Strong track record of bring-up and delivery of embedded software systems on commercial CPUs/FPGA/ASICs
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Deep experience in C++ or C, and in scripting languages like Python
• Proven capability to test, debug and improve complex systems, both in the field and remotely
• Ability to convert product requirements into technical specifications to document and share your work
• Desire and ability to partner closely with customers to support and guide them through the installation
• Willingness and ability to travel within the UK and Europe (around 20%)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both engineers and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• A curious nature and a passion for learning and continuous improvement

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package, including annual bonus scheme, private medical insurance, life insurance, a contributory pension scheme (and much more)
• Equity so that our team can share in the long-term success of Riverlane
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and enhanced family leave
• A diverse work environment with experts in many fields and over 20 nationalities
• A learning environment that encourages growth and learning, including training and conference budgets

How To Apply

Please upload a CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'. Your cover letter should explain why you are applying for the job and what skills and experience you can bring to the role. We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match (usually within one week). We do not use closing dates, so please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this role. If you have any queries, please contact jobs@riverlane.com.

Equal Opportunity

Everyone is welcome at Riverlane. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from eligible and suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Women and other underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for a role unless they meet all, or nearly all, of the requirements. If this applies to you, we still encourage you to apply — you may be a great fit, even if you don't meet every single qualification. We'd love to hear from you.

If you need any adjustments made to the application or selection process so you can do your best, please let us know. We will be happy to help.