Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Labs as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026. Join our elite R&D team where you'll architect next-gen quantum algorithms and collaborate with Nobel laureates. We offer cutting-edge resources, unlimited PTO, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Our San Francisco campus features on-site quantum labs and a 24/7 innovation hub. This role is pivotal in developing error-corrected quantum systems that will revolutionize cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum circuits for 100+ qubit systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum machine learning frameworks
- Optimize quantum algorithms for real-world commercial applications
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Drive quantum security protocols for 2026 infrastructure
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming best practices
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures
- Proven track record of translating theory into scalable implementations