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 Researcher to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational possibilities. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin facility alongside Nobel Prize-winning physicists and AI pioneers to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
At Nexus Labs, we don't just predict the future—we build it. Our interdisciplinary teams are developing quantum-resistant cryptography, quantum machine learning models, and next-gen simulation platforms that will transform healthcare, climate modeling, and materials science. This role offers unparalleled resources, including access to our 1000-qubit quantum processor and collaboration with MIT and Stanford research partners.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors and control systems
- Mentor junior researchers and establish quantum computing best practices
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum methodologies and architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and information theory
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations