Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries from healthcare to logistics. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll develop cutting-edge algorithms in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. Our mission: to solve humanity's most complex problems before they become crises.
Why Nexus Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and dedicated R&D budgets for your breakthrough projects. Our Austin campus features on-site wellness centers, gourmet dining, and a quantum simulator lab accessible 24/7.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in machine learning
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Lead research initiatives in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Develop patentable quantum computing methodologies for commercial applications
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to our open-source quantum framework
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with exceptional experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, or Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or high-performance computing
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Azure Quantum)
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts into practical business solutions