Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant quantum systems to redefine 2026's digital infrastructure. As a key member of our elite research team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a $50,000 annual innovation stipend.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of quantum error correction protocols for 100+ qubit systems
- Design hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for pharmaceutical discovery
- Author peer-reviewed publications in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ in DARPA/NSF quantum research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum machine learning
- Architect post-quantum cryptographic frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 3+ years industry experience
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq and quantum circuit optimization
- Strong background in quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and high-performance computing
- Experience with quantum annealing hardware (D-Wave/Rigetti)
- Track record of translating theory to commercial applications