Job Description
Shape the future of computing at Nexus Quantum Labs! We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and error-corrected qubits to solve 2026's most complex challenges. Join our elite team developing next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine cybersecurity, drug discovery, and AI optimization. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's Tech District offers unparalleled resources to push the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
Collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT/Caltech alumni in an environment where your breakthroughs become industry standards. We provide equity, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible work arrangements to maximize your innovative potential.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical 2026 applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional projects with AI and cybersecurity teams
- Publish peer-reviewed research in Nature/Science journals
- Optimize quantum circuits for NISQ-era hardware limitations
- Secure patents for novel quantum-resistant encryption methods
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level quantum hardware control
- Strong background in cryptography or machine learning