Job Description
Join FutureTech Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and solve previously unsolvable problems. This is your chance to shape the future of computation in our state-of-the-art facility.
As part of our elite R&D team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to push quantum boundaries. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the flexibility to work from our coastal campuses in SF or Boston.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation
- Secure federal and private research funding through compelling proposals
- Shape company's 2026 quantum roadmap in alignment with market needs
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing research with published papers
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong mathematical foundation in linear algebra and probability theory
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation or photonic systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations