Job Description
Join the forefront of technological innovation at NexaTech Labs, where we're pioneering quantum solutions that will redefine computing by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop groundbreaking algorithms and protocols to solve previously impossible computational challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including access to 128-qubit processors and cryogenic systems. We foster a culture of radical collaboration and intellectual curiosity, where your work will directly shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science.
Benefits include equity grants, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive wellness programs. We're committed to sustainable innovation and offer relocation assistance for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop error correction techniques
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure federal and private funding for quantum research initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
- Develop roadmaps for scaling quantum systems beyond 2026 capabilities
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum computing specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and information theory
- Experience with cryogenic systems or quantum hardware interfaces
- Proven ability to secure competitive research grants
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences