Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware architectures that will redefine computational paradigms. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of San Francisco's innovation district.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning applications
- Lead R&D initiatives on quantum error correction and qubit stability at scale
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design next-generation quantum processors
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Develop quantum software frameworks compatible with cloud-based quantum services
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-functional innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with demonstrated publications
- Expertise in quantum algorithm design and quantum circuit optimization
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Experience with low-level quantum hardware control and calibration systems
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations