Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering the fusion of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As our Quantum AI Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen systems that transcend classical computing limits, transforming industries from healthcare to climate modeling. This isn't just research—it's engineering the future.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech epicenter offers unparalleled resources, including quantum annealing arrays and exascale AI clusters. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disruptors redefining what's possible. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a culture where audacious ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement hybrid quantum-classical AI algorithms for enterprise applications
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum neural networks
- Secure $5M+ in research grants and publish in top-tier journals
- Translate theoretical models into scalable production systems
- Mentor PhD researchers and patent breakthrough technologies
- Establish industry partnerships with Fortune 500 quantum adopters
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or related field (10+ years industry experience)
- Published work in Nature/Science on quantum machine learning
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Proven track record leading quantum projects with $10M+ budgets
- Strong background in tensor networks and quantum information theory
- Experience with AWS Braket or Azure Quantum cloud platforms
- Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders