Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Research Engineers to develop next-generation algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco R&D center, where your work will directly impact breakthroughs in cryptography, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence.
As part of our elite Future Technologies Division, you'll receive equity grants, unlimited R&D budget, and access to quantum annealing systems currently unavailable to the public. This isn't just a job—it's your opportunity to engineer the future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-corrected qubit architectures using superconducting systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams on cryogenic quantum processor integration
- Lead open-source quantum software initiatives for the 2026 quantum ecosystem
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure patents for novel quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and low-level hardware interfacing
- Deep understanding of quantum annealing and gate-based models
- Experience with quantum hardware from D-Wave, IBM, or Rigetti