Job Description
Shape the future of technology as a Quantum Computing Researcher at Nexus Labs, where innovation meets reality. We're pioneering quantum solutions that will redefine computing by 2026, and we need visionary minds to lead this revolution. Join our elite team in San Francisco, working at the intersection of theoretical physics and practical application to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates, publish groundbreaking research, and contribute to quantum algorithms that will power next-generation AI, cryptography, and materials science. Our state-of-the-art facilities include 256-qubit processors and dedicated cryogenic labs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experimental research on quantum error correction and qubit stability
- Collaborate with hardware teams to develop novel quantum computing architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at international conferences
- Develop quantum software solutions for commercial applications
- Mentor junior researchers and lead cross-functional innovation projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, QAOA) and circuit design
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and information theory
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)