Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Engineers to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware interfaces that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of artificial intelligence, cryptography, and materials science.
What you'll impact:
Your work will directly accelerate breakthroughs in drug discovery, climate modeling, and financial optimization. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to IBM's quantum network. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity – hackathons, patent bonuses, and sabbatical programs fuel innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical quantum circuits
- Lead research publications in top-tier journals and conference proceedings
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing principles
- Secure government and private sector research grants
- Prototype hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum information theory or quantum algorithms
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum hardware
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Track record of securing research funding or patents
- Ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders