Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum labs and offers hybrid work flexibility. Benefit from comprehensive relocation packages and equity incentives in our pre-IPO growth stage.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop error-correction protocols
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and secure government/industry grants
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for enterprise applications
- Contribute to open-source quantum software libraries
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Quipper)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum hardware
- Expertise in parallel computing and high-performance systems