Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Equity
We will also consider part-time applications for this role. Please indicate your preferred working schedule in your cover letter.
About Us
Riverlane’s mission is to master quantum error correction (QEC) and unlock a new age of human progress. From advances in material and climate science, to complex chemistry simulation for new drug design, quantum computers will help humanity solve some of its most important challenges. But without QEC, the industry’s defining technical challenge, such breakthroughs can never be achieved. Riverlane is the world leader in QEC technology. QEC is a complex problem that requires a range of skills, talent and passion.
Having raised more than $125M in funding to date to accelerate our cutting‑edge R&D in quantum error correction (QEC), Riverlane partners with many of the world’s leading quantum hardware providers and government agencies to make fault‑tolerant quantum computing a reality. We’re making remarkable progress and growing fast.
About The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified or finals standard Patent Attorney who is keen to develop an in‑house career in a world‑leading quantum engineering company. In this role, you’ll use your experience working with computer software and hardware inventions to help manage Riverlane’s rapidly‑growing IP portfolio.
Working in the Legal & IP team, and in close collaboration with our research and engineering teams, you will be responsible for drafting and prosecuting patents, both in‑house, and in collaboration with outside counsel. Over time, you will help Riverlane to build a fully defensible moat to enable our company’s competitive advantage.
A natural collaborator, you will be passionate about learning new technologies and will be excited to contribute to the exciting and cutting‑edge field of quantum computing. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Patent Attorney to develop your in‑house IP career in a world‑leading, deep‑tech organisation.
What You Will Do
* Work closely with Riverlane engineers and scientists to solicit, identify and assess inventions and draft patent applications in quantum technologies
* Prosecute patent applications in key global jurisdictions, using a timely and cost‑effective approach
* Raise levels of understanding and awareness of the commercial impact on IP within Riverlane
* Work with the IP team to develop and refine Riverlane’s IP strategy
* Understand the quantum landscape and Riverlane’s roadmap to effectively appraise the commercial relevance and importance of patent rights
* Perform freedom to operate analyses and monitoring
* Give decisive infringement evaluations
* Keep up to date with intellectual property law by reading relevant literature and attending relevant courses and conferences
* Foster a positive IP culture
What We Need
* Qualified or part‑qualified UK and/or European patent attorney (support for any remaining exams can be provided)
* Experience working with deep tech inventions, including hardware and software‑related technologies
* Ability to analyse complex technical systems and identify those systems’ essential features
* Ability to generate clear, focused, and accurate arguments at legal hearings concerning patents and patent applications
* Proven success working in a fast‑paced environment, delivering against multiple work streams
* Excellent communicator, with exceptional relationship‑building and interpersonal skills
* Meticulous attention to detail
* Ability to explain complex information clearly and concisely
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* Experience working with quantum technologies is preferred, but not essential
What Can You Expect From Us
* A comprehensive benefits package that includes an annual bonus plan, private medical insurance, life insurance, and a contributory pension scheme
* 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 that brings together experts in many fields (including software and hardware development, quantum information theory, physics and maths) and over 20 different nationalities
* A learning environment that encourages individual, team and company growth and development, including a regular programme of learning events and training and conference budgets
How To Apply
Please upload a CV and covering letter by clicking 'Apply'. Your covering 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. 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.
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/paternity.
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.
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