Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect the next generation of computational paradigms. In this role, you'll transform theoretical quantum mechanics into revolutionary algorithms that redefine industries—from cryptography to AI optimization.
Your Impact: You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT alumni in our Austin R&D hub, leveraging our $500M quantum infrastructure. We offer patent ownership, unlimited research budgets, and the freedom to explore uncharted computational territories. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to engineer humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for NP-hard optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Architect quantum error correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Translate theoretical quantum mechanics into deployable software solutions
- Pioneer novel quantum cryptography standards for 2026 security landscapes
- Mentor PhD researchers and publish breakthrough findings in Nature Physics
- Interface with hardware teams to co-design next-gen quantum processors
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (post-doc preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development with IBM Qiskit or Rigetti
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological quantum computing
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience with quantum cloud platforms (AWS Braket, Azure Quantum)
- Track record of translating theory into commercial quantum applications