Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and applications that will redefine computational capabilities. Our Austin-based team operates in a state-of-the-art facility with access to quantum hardware and collaborative spaces designed for breakthrough thinking.
Why NexGen Labs? We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology. Our culture values intellectual curiosity and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead experimental research on quantum error correction techniques
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop quantum software stacks
- Publish findings in leading scientific journals and conferences
- Develop proof-of-concept applications for finance, logistics, and AI
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation through hackathons
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoE grant proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Expertise in linear algebra and complex mathematical modeling
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations