Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer the next generation of quantum computing solutions. Our Austin-based research center is seeking visionary Quantum Computing Researchers to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational capabilities by 2026. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers while working in state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with cutting-edge quantum processors.
We provide a competitive benefits package including equity grants, flexible remote work options, and continuous learning stipends. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and rapid prototyping, where your ideas could transform industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum hardware systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to prototype quantum processors
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA grant proposals
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional technical teams
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and probability
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations
- Security clearance eligibility preferred