Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay.
Your Impact: Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications. Lead cross-functional teams to translate theoretical models into scalable quantum architectures.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity grants in our pre-IPO quantum computing unicorn.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead quantum software development teams using Qiskit, Cirq, and custom frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to bridge quantum software-hardware interfaces
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal grants and partnerships for quantum computing initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, or PyQuil)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science/IEEE journals
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Ability to secure competitive research funding (NSF, DOE, DARPA)