Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Solutions at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough systems that redefine computational boundaries. Our interdisciplinary team leverages cutting-edge hardware, AI-driven simulations, and proprietary algorithms to solve previously impossible challenges in cryptography, material science, and optimization. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and dedicated R&D resources to accelerate your innovations.
Located in San Francisco's vibrant tech corridor, our state-of-the-art facility provides direct access to industry collaborators and academic partnerships. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives drive quantum breakthroughs that will shape humanity's technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical enterprise applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and AI specialists
- Develop error-correction frameworks for scalable quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit performance
- Secure government and private sector research partnerships
- Publish findings in leading quantum computing journals
- Drive patent development for novel quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and error mitigation
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing publications
- Strong background in machine learning and classical optimization
- Experience leading technical teams and managing research budgets
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for clearance