Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. We seek a Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco houses the world's most advanced quantum simulators and provides access to federal research grants. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D budgets for cutting-edge projects. Ideal candidates will thrive in interdisciplinary environments where theoretical physics meets practical application.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum processors operating at millikelvin temperatures
- Collaborate with hardware teams to calibrate superconducting qubit systems
- Lead research initiatives in quantum cryptography for post-quantum security frameworks
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal and private funding through grant proposal development
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum mechanics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with 5+ years experience considered)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, or Cirq)
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware and microwave control systems
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Deep understanding of quantum information theory and entanglement protocols
- Expertise in high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics