Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our multidisciplinary team of physicists, computer scientists, and engineers collaborates in state-of-the-art labs to accelerate quantum computing capabilities. As a key member of our 2026 Quantum Initiative, you'll contribute to projects that will redefine computational boundaries.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to cutting-edge quantum hardware. Our San Francisco campus features a quantum research lab with industry-leading equipment and a dedicated team of quantum mentors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error mitigation techniques for noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical quantum circuits
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and quantum-inspired classical algorithms
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international quantum computing conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to open-source quantum computing frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Quipper)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science or quantum algorithms
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments and parallel programming
- Demonstrated experience with quantum simulation tools and hardware interfaces
- Ability to communicate complex quantum concepts to diverse technical audiences