Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen computational systems that will redefine industries worldwide. As our Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms and lead a world-class team in transforming theoretical physics into scalable commercial solutions. Your work will directly impact global finance, healthcare, and AI infrastructure.
We offer unparalleled resources, including access to quantum annealing hardware and a $50M innovation fund. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt traditional computing paradigms in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Secure $10M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals
- Drive commercialization of quantum solutions for enterprise clients
- Maintain strategic partnerships with MIT and CERN
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics or Computer Science
- 5+ years in quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit or Cirq frameworks
- Published research in top-tier physics journals
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum
- Proven ability to secure government research funding
- Exceptional leadership of technical teams