Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution! We're pioneering quantum algorithms that will redefine 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Computing Engineer, you'll architect next-gen systems solving previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Our Austin-based R&D hub offers cutting-edge lab facilities and unparalleled collaboration with MIT and Stanford researchers. If you thrive at the intersection of theoretical physics and scalable engineering, this is your quantum leap into the future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world applications in drug discovery and climate modeling
- Optimize quantum circuit architectures for NISQ-era hardware limitations
- Develop error mitigation protocols achieving >99.9% fidelity in quantum simulations
- Lead cross-functional teams integrating quantum-classical hybrid computing pipelines
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics or IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum machine learning frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with 3+ years industry experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or PennyLane quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record publishing in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments
- Experience with superconducting qubit manipulation and control systems