Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We seek a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Engineer to develop breakthrough algorithms for 2026-era applications. Shape the future of cryptography, AI, and materials science in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
What You'll Achieve:
Design and implement quantum circuits on next-generation processors, collaborate with Nobel laureates, and publish research in top-tier journals. Your work will directly impact Fortune 500 clients solving previously unsolvable problems.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Interface with 1000+ qubit quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams on quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Secure patents for proprietary quantum error correction methods
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum machine learning
- Present findings at international quantum computing conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent
- Proficiency in Python/C++ for high-performance computing
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction protocols
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM/AWS/Google)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory