Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect next-generation algorithms and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our Austin campus offers cutting-edge facilities and a culture where innovation thrives.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography and optimization
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for practical quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Publish findings in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Collaborate with DARPA and NASA on quantum-resistant systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics or Computer Science (required)
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit design
- Proven track record of securing research funding
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems
- Strong background in quantum error correction
- Ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical stakeholders