Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for the 2026 digital frontier. We're seeking visionary researchers to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and collaboration with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and AI pioneers.
This role offers competitive compensation, equity options, and comprehensive benefits including flexible work arrangements, cutting-edge wellness programs, and dedicated R&D funding. You'll contribute to projects with real-world impact across cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for NISQ-era hardware
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum error correction techniques
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grants
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and error mitigation
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum information science or related fields
- Familiarity with quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ions)
- Strong background in linear algebra and computational complexity