Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based R&D hub is seeking visionary researchers to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment, contributing to projects that will redefine computational boundaries. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled professional development opportunities in one of America's most dynamic tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure $5M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with IBM, Google, and D-Wave on industry standards
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Proven ability to secure federal research grants (NSF, DARPA)