Job Description
Shape the quantum revolution in 2026 with Nexus Quantum Systems. We're pioneering next-generation quantum computing solutions and seek a brilliant Senior Quantum Algorithm Engineer to architect breakthrough algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning. Join our interdisciplinary team at the forefront of technological innovation.
Why Nexus Quantum?
- State-of-the-art quantum annealing infrastructure
- Collaborative research environment with MIT/Stanford partnerships
- Equity in a $2B pre-IPO quantum startup
- Flexible hybrid work model
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit implementations
- Lead research on quantum error correction techniques
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Publish findings in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum algorithm development
- Secure patents for novel quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm implementation experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum SDKs
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and superposition
- Publication record in quantum information science
- Expertise in Python/C++ with scientific computing libraries
- Experience with quantum annealing or superconducting qubits