Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for the 2026 horizon. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and Silicon Valley innovators to create real-world applications in cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and dedicated quantum simulation environments where your theoretical breakthroughs become tangible innovations.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-resistant security protocols
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conference proceedings
- Optimize quantum circuit performance on hybrid classical-quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design next-generation quantum processors
- Develop error correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Translate theoretical models into scalable prototype implementations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum information science or quantum computing
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and complex analysis
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical solutions