Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Research Scientists to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and transform industries from healthcare to cryptography. Our state-of-the-art Austin facility offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and collaboration with MIT's Quantum Engineering Center. This role offers equity, unlimited PTO, and a $10k annual innovation budget.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Collaborate with hardware team to mitigate decoherence challenges
- Lead cross-functional teams on quantum machine learning projects
- Publish research in Nature Physics or IEEE Transactions
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Advise C-suite on quantum adoption roadmaps
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes
- Strong background in linear algebra and topology
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Validated track record of algorithm optimization
- Security clearance preferred