Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine computational boundaries. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt AI paradigms in our Austin R&D hub. Enjoy cutting-edge resources, flexible hybrid work, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Your breakthroughs will power climate modeling, drug discovery, and secure communications for global enterprises.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for 2026-era computational challenges
- Design error-corrected qubit systems using superconducting and photonic architectures
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid computing frameworks
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NSF grants for quantum supremacy projects
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (2020-2026)
- 3+ years experience with quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and 2026 scalability solutions
- Experience with quantum machine learning frameworks (PennyLane, TensorFlow Quantum)
- US citizenship required for government project collaboration