Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, leveraging cutting-edge hardware to solve previously impossible challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Why Nexus Labs? Our hybrid-first culture combines Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem with flexible work arrangements. Enjoy competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to quantum hardware reserved for only 0.1% of global research institutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant encryption systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals/conferences
- Develop error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit performance
- Secure $1M+ in quantum computing research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE, etc.)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Track record of translating theoretical concepts into experimental results