Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, and we need visionary researchers to lead this charge. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop next-gen quantum algorithms. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and the freedom to explore groundbreaking ideas that will shape our digital future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubit systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to improve quantum gate fidelity and error correction
- Develop quantum machine learning frameworks for enterprise applications
- Mentor junior researchers and drive innovation in quantum software development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Published record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency with high-performance computing environments and HPC frameworks
- Demonstrated experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and computational complexity
- Entrepreneurial mindset with passion for translating research into commercial applications