Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological revolution. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Engineers to build scalable quantum algorithms and pioneer next-gen computational paradigms. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, AI optimization, and materials science.
Why Nexus Future Labs? Our state-of-the-art quantum research facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including 256-qubit processors and dedicated quantum annealing clusters. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to exclusive industry conferences.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error mitigation protocols for quantum circuit execution
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Lead open-source quantum software projects in Python and Qiskit
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Present breakthrough findings at major international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with 5+ years experience considered)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and complexity theory
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Experience with cloud-based quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations