Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation to shape the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms that will revolutionize cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. As a key member of our research team, you'll develop breakthrough quantum systems while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including 128-qubit processors and cryogenic infrastructure. This role offers equity participation and flexible remote options for top-tier talent.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum hardware-software integration projects
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry conferences
- Secure $2M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with Intel, IBM, and NASA on quantum-optimized solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit frameworks
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF, DOE, DARPA)
- Patents in quantum computing or related fields preferred