Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and solve complex computational challenges. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Our team is reshaping industries from healthcare to finance through quantum supremacy research.
Why Nexus Labs?
• $500M R&D budget allocated for quantum initiatives
• Industry-first quantum-cloud hybrid infrastructure
• Collaborative environment with MIT and Stanford partnerships
• Equity package + 401(k) matching
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experiments on superconducting qubit systems and quantum annealers
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish findings in Nature/Science and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Drive quantum security protocols for post-quantum cryptography
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence principles
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation or trapped-ion systems
- Strong track record of translating theoretical concepts into practical implementations