Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond, pushing the boundaries of computational possibility in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to transform theoretical quantum algorithms into practical applications that will redefine industries.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible work arrangements for top-tier talent. Your work will directly contribute to humanity's next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into scalable quantum computing architectures
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patents in quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to define next-generation quantum processor specifications
- Present breakthrough findings at international conferences and industry summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum error correction
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Demonstrated ability to secure competitive research grants
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory