Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries, and we're seeking visionary Research Scientists to architect the future. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop quantum algorithms, solve unsolvable computational problems, and commercialize breakthrough technologies. Our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus offers unparalleled resources including 100-qubit quantum processors and dedicated AI/ML integration labs. This is your chance to shape the next generation of computational science while enjoying competitive compensation, equity, and a truly boundary-pushing work environment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and software developers in quantum system integration
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and present at global quantum computing conferences
- Develop error correction protocols to achieve practical quantum advantage in commercial applications
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to solve real-world problems in finance, logistics, and drug discovery
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to quantum education initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum computing research
- Proven expertise in quantum circuit design, gate-based operations, and quantum error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) and simulation frameworks
- Publication record in quantum computing or high-energy physics
- Experience with NISQ-era hardware and hybrid quantum-classical workflows
- Strong background in linear algebra, statistical mechanics, and computational complexity
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into commercially viable solutions