Job Description
Shape the future of technology at Nexus Quantum Labs, where we're pioneering the next frontier of computational power. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to join our elite team in San Francisco. This role offers the rare opportunity to work at the intersection of theoretical physics, advanced algorithms, and real-world applications that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with quantum processors operating at near-absolute zero temperatures.
Our compensation package includes competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive benefits designed for top-tier talent. This is more than a job—it's your chance to leave a permanent mark on human innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental research on quantum error correction protocols using topological qubits
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for enterprise-scale deployments
- Collaborate with hardware teams to translate theoretical models into practical quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough findings in Nature/Science and present at premier quantum conferences
- Mentor postdoctoral researchers and contribute to our quantum education initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum information theory
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#) and low-level control systems
- Published work in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals or top-tier conferences
- Deep understanding of decoherence mechanisms and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing
- Ability to secure DOE/NASA quantum research grants preferred