Job Description
Shape the future with Nexus Labs' revolutionary 2026 Quantum Initiative. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing platforms that will redefine computational boundaries. Join our elite research team to develop scalable quantum algorithms, optimize error correction protocols, and collaborate with MIT/Stanford researchers. Our state-of-the-art facility in downtown San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and cryogenic testing environments. This role offers equity participation and patent ownership opportunities for breakthrough innovations.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum gate operations
- Lead cross-functional R&D projects with academic partners
- Publish research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and supervise PhD interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong publication record in quantum computing research
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level hardware interfaces
- Experience with quantum simulation frameworks (Quil, Q#)