Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and quantum machine learning applications for 2026's technological landscape. As a Quantum Algorithm Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve problems previously deemed impossible. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum hardware and a culture where curiosity drives innovation.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in Nature and Science. Your work will directly impact national security frameworks and next-gen AI systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography problems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to develop quantum error correction protocols
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum machine learning models
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent quantum methodologies
- Advise Fortune 500 clients on quantum transition strategies
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computational theory
- Present findings at international quantum computing conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Q#, Python, and quantum circuit simulators
- Published research in quantum complexity theory or quantum cryptography
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation techniques
- Experience with quantum hardware integration (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, etc.)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Track record of securing research grants from NSF or DARPA