Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions to solve humanity's most complex challenges. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop scalable quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and cryogenic research labs. This role includes competitive equity packages and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware performance metrics
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybridize quantum-classical computing workflows
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum circuit design experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level hardware interfacing
- Strong background in quantum error correction and topological computing
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum processors