Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. Our interdisciplinary team develops cutting-edge solutions for cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and access to state-of-the-art quantum hardware. Located in San Francisco's innovation hub, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Develop patents for novel quantum computing methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional project teams
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations