Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect next-gen algorithms and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum annealers and offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research.
Why Nexus Labs? We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and flexible work arrangements. Your work directly impacts our mission to accelerate quantum advantage by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum software frameworks
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processors
- Translate theoretical models into practical quantum applications
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum machine learning
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Strong track record of translating theory into experimental results
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)