Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that redefine computational boundaries. Our cross-disciplinary team pioneers breakthroughs in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to cutting-edge quantum hardware. Shape the future of technology in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Collaborate with physicists to develop error-corrected qubit architectures
- Lead open-source quantum computing projects with industry partners
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming languages
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum software solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological computing
- Expertise in Python/C++ with high-performance computing optimization
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)