Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll design and implement next-gen quantum algorithms to solve previously impossible computational challenges. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates with Fortune 500 partners to revolutionize cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to state-of-the-art quantum hardware at our downtown San Francisco campus.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications in finance and healthcare
- Optimize quantum error correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional projects with AI and materials science teams
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Design quantum-resistant security frameworks for enterprise clients
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming and theory
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum system architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in quantum information theory or quantum computing
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Azure Quantum)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations