Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop groundbreaking algorithms in cryptography, AI optimization, and material science. Our state-of-the-art lab in downtown San Francisco offers unparalleled resourcesâincluding D-Wave quantum processors and exascale supercomputersâwhile our competitive equity package ensures you share in our $2B valuation.
Shape the future of computation and solve humanity's most complex challenges. Apply now to lead projects that will impact billions of lives.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical enterprise applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum error correction protocols
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Secure $1M+ in government grants for quantum computing initiatives
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning methodologies
- Translate theoretical models into scalable quantum software solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error mitigation and fault-tolerant systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Proven track record of securing NSF or DARPA grants