Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. Our interdisciplinary team is developing next-gen algorithms that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of computational science while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
We provide comprehensive benefits including equity packages, wellness stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements. As a certified Great Place to Work, we foster innovation through dedicated R&D budgets and quarterly hackathons.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Lead cross-functional research teams in developing error-corrected qubit systems
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to prototype quantum processors
- Secure research grants from NSF, DARPA, and industry partners
- Mentor junior researchers and drive quantum literacy initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong background in linear algebra and probability theory
- Security clearance eligibility preferred