Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the next wave of quantum computing breakthroughs. Our 2026 initiative aims to achieve commercial quantum supremacy, revolutionizing industries from cryptography to pharmaceuticals. We seek a visionary Research Lead to architect our quantum roadmap and drive transformative innovation.
As a key member of our elite Future Systems Division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in a state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Bay. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in our unicorn trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Architect next-gen quantum processors with error-corrected qubits
- Secure $10M+ in federal and private research funding
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers in Nature/Science journals annually
- Establish industry partnerships with Fortune 500 quantum adoption programs
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Present breakthrough findings at global tech conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum hardware/software development
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proven track record of securing government research grants
- Proficiency in Q#, Qiskit, or Cirq frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks