Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the next wave of quantum computing solutions. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop groundbreaking algorithms and architectures that will define the computing landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and material science.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides an incubator environment where theoretical physics meets practical application. You'll work with cutting-edge quantum processors and have access to our $50M research fund dedicated to accelerating quantum commercialization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error mitigation techniques to achieve quantum advantage in real-world scenarios
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum processors into hybrid computing frameworks
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research grants and patents for quantum innovations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of developing quantum algorithms with demonstrated performance improvements
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or adjacent fields
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts into actionable business strategies