Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for the 2026 digital frontier. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-gen algorithms that will redefine industries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin R&D center, where your breakthroughs will power the next wave of AI, cryptography, and computational modeling.
At Nexus Labs, we don't just prepare for the future—we create it. Our cross-functional teams leverage cutting-edge quantum hardware and machine learning frameworks to solve humanity's most complex challenges. This role offers unparalleled resources, competitive equity packages, and the opportunity to publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize qubit coherence times
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in IEEE/ACM journals and present at industry conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure federal/industry grants
- Contribute to open-source quantum computing frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum computing or high-performance computing
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Expertise in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments