Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including quantum annealers, superconducting qubit arrays, and a $50M R&D budget. We provide flexible work arrangements, equity grants, and comprehensive benefits designed to empower your cutting-edge research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware performance metrics
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate theoretical models into practical implementations
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure and manage multi-million dollar research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with published papers
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments and parallel processing
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal research grants
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, D-Wave)