Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and applications that will redefine industries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, leveraging 100-qubit+ quantum processors to solve previously impossible computational challenges.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? We offer unparalleled research resources, competitive equity packages, and the opportunity to shape the quantum landscape. Our team has published in Nature and Science, with 3 breakthrough patents filed in the last year. We're backed by $200M in funding from leading venture capital firms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error mitigation techniques to advance fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design next-generation quantum processors
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at major conferences
- Secure external research funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor PhD researchers and lead cross-functional project teams
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations