Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Technologies at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including access to 1000+ qubit processors and $50M annual R&D budget. Shape the future of computing while enjoying competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish breakthrough research in Nature and Science.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography problems
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to improve qubit coherence and error correction
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for real-world applications
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure government/industry funding
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with superconducting systems
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python, Qiskit, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Strong publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience securing competitive research grants from DARPA or NSF
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation techniques