Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Innovations, where quantum computing meets real-world impact. We're pioneering next-gen solutions for climate modeling, drug discovery, and cryptography—and we need your expertise to lead the charge. Join our elite team of visionaries in a culture that rewards bold ideas and collaborative innovation.
What You'll Experience:
- State-of-the-art lab with D-Wave and IBM quantum processors
- Equity package and unlimited PTO
- Direct collaboration with MIT and Stanford research partners
- Annual innovation retreat in Aspen
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for optimization problems
- Design error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor a team of 3-5 quantum engineers
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants
- Partner with NASA and DOE on national initiatives
- Drive commercialization of quantum applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years hands-on experience with quantum annealing/simulation
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or Quil frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra and information theory
- Proven track record of leading R&D projects
- US citizenship required for government collaborations