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 Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop breakthrough algorithms in cryptography, optimization, and molecular modeling. Our state-of-the-art facility in downtown San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including cryogenic processors and quantum annealing systems.
We value intellectual curiosity as much as technical expertise. Your work will directly impact sectors from drug discovery to climate modeling, with opportunities to publish in Nature and Science. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to our exclusive innovation incubator program.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research initiatives in quantum machine learning and AI integration
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers through our Quantum Fellowship Program
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Experience with quantum hardware calibration protocols
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical solutions
- Security clearance eligibility preferred