Lee James O'Riordan, PhD

Lee James O'Riordan is currently a Senior Quantum Software Developer at Xanadu, leading the Performance efforts on the PennyLane development team. With a background in computational science and quantum computing, Lee has previously worked at institutions such as the National University of Ireland, Galway, and the Irish Centre for High-End Computing ICHEC. Lee's expertise spans research on hybrid classical-quantum workflows, quantum chaotic dynamics, and superfluid dynamics. Additionally, Lee has experience in software development at companies like IBM and Analog Devices, showcasing a diverse skill set in both quantum physics and software engineering.