Job Description
Shape the technological landscape of 2026 at Nexus Future Labs. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Lead to drive breakthroughs that will redefine industries. Join our elite team of futurists and engineers in Austin, where we're building the infrastructure for tomorrow's computational revolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for 2026-era applications in cryptography and materials science
- Design scalable quantum hardware architectures with 1,000+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on next-gen quantum communication protocols
- Direct cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Secure $10M+ in research grants for quantum supremacy projects
- Develop error-correction frameworks for practical quantum commercialization
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics or Computer Science with 10+ years research experience
- Published quantum supremacy demonstrations in peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in superconducting qubit architectures and cryogenic systems
- Proven track record of securing federal research grants (NSF/DOE/DARPA)
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience leading teams of 15+ researchers in high-stakes environments
- Deep understanding of quantum machine learning frameworks