Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're seeking visionary AI Research Scientists to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing, neural interfaces, and autonomous systems. As a key architect of tomorrow's digital landscape, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco R&D hub. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Lead cutting-edge research in next-generation AI algorithms and quantum machine learning
- Develop prototypes for autonomous decision-making systems with 99.99% reliability
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in top-tier journals (NeurIPS, Nature AI)
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize AI-quantum computing integration
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure $500K+ in annual research grants through strategic partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in applied AI research with published work in top-tier conferences
- Expertise in PyTorch/TensorFlow, quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of translating research into production-grade systems
- Strong background in reinforcement learning and multi-agent systems
- Experience securing federal or industry research grants
- Fluency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments