Job Description
Join Nexus Future Technologies at the forefront of innovation as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that solve previously impossible problems. Our state-of-the-art labs in San Francisco offer unparalleled resources to push the boundaries of quantum supremacy, machine learning, and cryptography. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where your breakthroughs could shape the future of artificial intelligence, materials science, and computational finance.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop error mitigation protocols for NISQ-era quantum processors
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using IBM, Rigetti, and IonQ systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum accelerators into neural network architectures
- Publish research in top-tier journals (Nature Quantum, Quantum Science & Technology)
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science with 3+ years postdoc experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and gate-model simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published record in quantum algorithm development or error correction
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum assembly languages
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and microwave control electronics
- Strong background in topological quantum computing or fault-tolerant architectures
- Track record of securing DoE or NSF quantum research funding