Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our multidisciplinary team develops next-gen algorithms that solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, drug discovery, and materials science. Located in the heart of San Francisco's innovation corridor, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art laboratory equipped with the latest quantum hardware.
We offer competitive equity packages, comprehensive benefits including family planning support, and flexible remote work options. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you can maintain peak creativity while pushing the boundaries of quantum physics.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize quantum-classical machine learning systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Mentor junior researchers and secure research funding through federal grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum programming experience (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in at least one classical high-performance computing framework
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and noise modeling
- Experience with cryogenic systems or photonics hardware preferred
- Strong track record of translating theoretical concepts into practical implementations