Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni to develop breakthrough algorithms in cryptography, AI, and materials science. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco features IBM Quantum System Two and D-Wave Advantage systems. Enjoy unlimited research funding, flexible schedules, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
We offer relocation assistance, visa sponsorship, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching and unlimited PTO. Our culture emphasizes intellectual curiosity with quarterly innovation sabbaticals and annual research conferences in Tokyo and Zurich.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in finance and logistics
- Lead research on quantum error correction techniques for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum processors with classical computing frameworks
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals with quarterly review cycles
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory through our academic partnership program
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models for predictive analytics
- Secure $500K+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Mathematics from Tier 1 institution
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments
- Experience with quantum circuit optimization and noise mitigation
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Security clearance eligibility for government-funded projects
- Fluency in English with technical writing samples required