Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to decode the universe's most complex challenges. Our cross-disciplinary team operates at the intersection of physics, computer science, and AI, developing algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay, where breakthroughs become reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experiments on superconducting and photonic quantum processors
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum acceleration into machine learning frameworks
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum software development
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong mathematical background in linear algebra, group theory, and topology
- Published record in quantum information science or related fields
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or photonic hardware
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations