Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware interfaces that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to IBM Quantum and D-Wave systems. Our team includes Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners committed to accelerating quantum adoption.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to bridge quantum software and physical qubit implementations
- Lead research initiatives in quantum cryptography and secure communication protocols
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure government and private funding for quantum research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or adjacent fields
- Experience with quantum hardware calibration and characterization