Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop groundbreaking algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your work directly impacts healthcare, cryptography, and materials science breakthroughs. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and the freedom to explore uncharted scientific territories.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Develop error-corrected qubit systems with >99.9% fidelity
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen quantum processors
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Partner with NASA and DARPA on classified quantum defense projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with superconducting qubits
- Published research in Nature Physics or Science
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum error correction frameworks
- Security clearance eligibility (Top Secret/SCI preferred)
- Expertise in machine learning for quantum decoherence mitigation
- Fluency in Python, C++, and assembly-level quantum control systems