Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco facility, pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
We offer competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, cutting-edge resources, and equity opportunities. Shape the future of computing while working in an environment that values innovation, intellectual curiosity, and work-life integration.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting platforms
- Collaborate with hardware teams to mitigate quantum decoherence effects
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or equivalent industry impact
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures preferred