Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and systems for our next-gen quantum processors. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates, publish in top-tier journals, and shape the future of computational science.
Our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility features 100+ qubit quantum processors, AI-driven simulation environments, and dedicated R&D labs. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including unlimited learning stipends.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing error-corrected quantum systems
- Conduct experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Author patents and publish research in IEEE/ACM journals
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum software-hardware interfaces
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum computing education initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum information science
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)