Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs that will define the 2026 landscape. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to architect next-gen computational paradigms that will revolutionize industries worldwide. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's technological future while working with Nobel Prize-winning scientists in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility.
Our team operates at the intersection of theoretical physics and practical application, developing quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to implement quantum algorithms in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and dedicated R&D funding for your breakthrough ideas.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for industrial-scale optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using superconducting qubits
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-enhanced machine learning models
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Secure multi-million dollar research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years research experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals (Nature/Science)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and decoherence mitigation
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra, group theory, and quantum information
- Track record of securing government research funding
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems