Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Labs, where innovation meets quantum reality. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Researcher to develop breakthrough solutions that will redefine 2026's digital landscape. Join our elite team at the forefront of quantum supremacy research, working on projects that will accelerate drug discovery, optimize AI models, and revolutionize computational finance.
As a key member of our Austin-based R&D division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to design scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. We offer unparalleled resourcesâincluding our 256-qubit quantum simulatorâand a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity. If you're ready to solve problems previously deemed impossible, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop quantum error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant computing
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating quantum theory into practical solutions
- Author breakthrough research papers for Nature Physics and Science journals
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Drive innovation in quantum-ML hybrid computing architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (postdoc preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Proven track record of translating theory into real-world applications
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing