Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum algorithms for 2026's most complex challenges. Lead a multidisciplinary team to develop scalable quantum solutions in cryptography, AI optimization, and material science. Collaborate with MIT and Caltech partners to push the boundaries of quantum supremacy in a state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum circuits for industrial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Develop quantum error mitigation strategies for NISQ-era hardware
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NSF grant funding
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics/Science
- Drive patent portfolio expansion in quantum machine learning
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum algorithm development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Proven track record of publishing in top-tier journals
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq and quantum simulation frameworks
- Strong background in quantum error correction techniques
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Demonstrated success securing government research grants