Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop breakthrough algorithms and solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the San Francisco Bay.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer equity grants, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. Our team has published 37 breakthrough papers in Nature and Science journals in the last 18 months.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Secure $1M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD researchers and lead cross-functional innovation sprints
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum computing or theoretical physics
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and superposition principles
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters (HPC)
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders