Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Labs, where we're pioneering quantum breakthroughs for the 2026 frontier. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll lead cutting-edge projects in quantum cryptography, simulation, and machine learning at our San Francisco headquarters. Join a multidisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop scalable quantum systems that will redefine computational boundaries.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to our state-of-the-art quantum lab. Your work will directly impact industries from pharmaceuticals to aerospace, solving previously impossible computational challenges. If you're ready to accelerate humanity's quantum leap, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration projects
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum security initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
- Drive innovation in quantum machine learning applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum information science or quantum computing
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Proven track record of translating theoretical research into practical applications