Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum AI Research Lead to architect breakthrough solutions at the intersection of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Shape the future of computational intelligence in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where your work will directly impact industries from healthcare to autonomous systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum machine learning algorithm development for next-gen AI systems
- Design scalable quantum neural networks for real-world deployment
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier scientific journals
- Mentor cross-functional teams in quantum AI principles
- Drive patent creation for novel quantum AI methodologies
- Partner with industry leaders to solve 2026's most complex computational challenges
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks (e.g., PennyLane, Qiskit)
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science journals
- Strong background in Python, C++, and quantum circuit design
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (AWS Braket, IBM Quantum)
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical research teams