Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're pioneering next-gen computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible challenges. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and top-tier engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where innovation meets impact. Your work will directly shape the quantum landscape for the next decade, pushing boundaries in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Design and optimize quantum error correction protocols for scalable systems
- Partner with government agencies and Fortune 500 companies on quantum implementation roadmaps
- Present breakthrough findings at premier conferences like IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor a multidisciplinary team of physicists, computer scientists, and engineers
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Drive open-source quantum computing initiatives for global academic collaboration
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 8+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, Physical Review X)
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and qubit coherence engineering
- Proven track record of securing government research funding
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Experience leading R&D teams of 15+ scientists and engineers
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks and NISQ-era limitations