Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and elite engineers in our Austin R&D hub, leveraging state-of-the-art quantum processors to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
We offer unparalleled resources including access to 512-qubit quantum processors, a $50M annual research budget, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. Our team celebrates intellectual curiosity and disruptive thinking, with quarterly innovation sabbaticals and industry-leading equity packages.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors and control systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and present at global conferences
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for predictive analytics
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-disciplinary innovation initiatives
- Secure federal and corporate grants for quantum computing research programs
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics principles and quantum information theory
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate complex problems into quantum solutions