Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-generation computational paradigms that will redefine industries. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and unparalleled resources for breakthrough innovation. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research. Help shape the future of technology and human potential.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Mentor junior researchers and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Secure federal and private research funding through grant proposals
- Participate in cross-functional innovation sprints with AI and bioengineering teams
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences/journals
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with complex multi-variable systems