Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications that will redefine industries. Our Austin-based innovation hub is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientists to develop next-generation algorithms and solve previously insurmountable computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in an environment where curiosity fuels breakthroughs.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to our state-of-the-art quantum annealing facilities. This is your opportunity to shape the computational landscape of the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping 2026-ready quantum solutions
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals and industry whitepapers
- Develop error mitigation strategies for near-term quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Secure $1M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum machine learning or optimization
- Demonstrated ability to secure government or corporate research funding
- Expertise in at least one classical ML framework (TensorFlow/PyTorch)
- Experience with quantum error correction protocols