Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-gen algorithms that redefine computational boundaries. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and collaborative spaces where your vision will shape humanity's digital future.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budget, and direct access to bleeding-edge quantum hardware. This is your opportunity to solve problems previously deemed impossible while mentoring the next generation of quantum pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in annual research funding through strategic proposals
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on quantum supremacy initiatives
- Drive intellectual property development with 15+ patents filed annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in quantum algorithm development or quantum hardware research
- Proven track record publishing in top-tier scientific journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Experience leading R&D teams with $1M+ budgets
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex systems theory