Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop scalable algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in our Austin innovation hub, where your work will directly shape the next generation of AI, cryptography, and materials science.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art lab environment where curiosity fuels innovation. Help us unlock the quantum future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation
- Secure patents and intellectual property for quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (post-doc preferred)
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum computing frameworks
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Proficiency in Python and high-performance computing environments
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems