Job Description
Shape the future of technology as our Quantum Computing Researcher at NexGen Labs. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and hardware for 2026 and beyond. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and tech visionaries in developing next-gen quantum solutions that will revolutionize cryptography, AI, and materials science. Your work will directly impact Fortune 500 clients and government agencies at our state-of-the-art Austin research facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead prototyping of quantum hardware components at cryogenic temperatures
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum machine learning models
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure patents for quantum computing innovations
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Publication record in quantum computing or condensed matter physics
- Experience with superconducting qubit architectures or ion trap systems
- Strong mathematical foundation in linear algebra and group theory