Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're assembling a world-class team to solve humanity's most complex challenges through quantum supremacy. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources and collaborative environment for groundbreaking research.
This role offers the rare opportunity to shape the future of computational science while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated R&D budget for your experiments.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for optimization problems in cryptography and machine learning
- Design and execute experiments on 100+ qubit quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to improve quantum gate fidelity and coherence times
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor junior researchers and develop quantum computing curriculum
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies to solve real-world quantum challenges
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and complex systems
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Track record of securing competitive research funding
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences