Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Labs as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite research team in San Francisco to develop revolutionary algorithms and hardware solutions that will redefine computational boundaries. We offer competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Lead experiments with superconducting qubits and photonic systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop scalable quantum processors
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum error correction
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Publication record in Nature/Science or IEEE journals
- Experience with cryogenic systems and microwave engineering
- Proven ability to secure research funding (> $1M)