Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough solutions that will define the digital landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're pioneering quantum algorithms for real-world applications in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Your work will directly shape how humanity solves previously unsolvable challenges.
At Nexus, we blend cutting-edge research with entrepreneurial spirit. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, quantum hardware engineers, and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in our mission to democratize quantum advantage.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead a cross-disciplinary team of quantum physicists and software engineers
- Develop error correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies to solve industry-specific quantum challenges
- Secure $5M+ in research grants and venture partnerships
- Contribute to open-source quantum frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or other quantum SDKs
- Proven track record of commercializing quantum technologies
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience leading technical teams of 10+ researchers
- Deep understanding of quantum hardware limitations