Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and solve complex computational challenges that will redefine industries. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates with Fortune 500 partners to accelerate quantum adoption in cryptography, AI, and materials science.
Located in our state-of-the-art San Francisco Innovation Hub, you'll leverage our 128-qubit quantum processor and collaborate with Nobel laureates. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional research teams in prototyping quantum solutions for finance and healthcare
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Secure patents for breakthrough quantum methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum literacy initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum information theory or quantum machine learning
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)