Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based research facility is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware architectures. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. We offer unparalleled resources, including access to 128-qubit quantum processors and a $50M annual research budget. Your work will directly shape the technological landscape of the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to improve qubit coherence times
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure government/private funding
- Contribute to open-source quantum computing frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong analytical skills with ability to solve complex mathematical problems