Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and architectures for next-generation quantum systems. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in downtown San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Lead research initiatives in quantum hardware-software co-design
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype quantum solutions
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum literacy initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum computing focus
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability, and quantum mechanics
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments