Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026's quantum frontier. We seek a visionary Research Lead to architect next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine computing paradigms. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries from cryptography to AI in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley campus. This is your chance to shape the quantum revolution.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement breakthrough quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Develop scalable quantum machine learning models for enterprise integration
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA initiatives
- Publish top-tier research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Partner with Intel/IBM on quantum hardware co-development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years experience with quantum circuit optimization
- Published research in quantum error correction methodologies
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal research funding
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and solutions
- Patents in quantum algorithm design preferred