Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Solutions at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries, from drug discovery to climate modeling. As a key member of our research team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop next-gen quantum algorithms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems. We provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity packages and sabbatical opportunities. Help us build the future of computation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead cross-functional R&D projects with hardware and software teams
- Publish findings in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Develop error mitigation techniques for near-term quantum processors
- Secure research grants and patents for quantum innovations
- Mentor junior researchers and quantum engineering interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Expertise in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Ability to translate business problems into quantum solutions