Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's technological future in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
About Nexus Labs: We're a Silicon Valley innovator accelerating quantum adoption through proprietary hardware and software solutions. Our team of Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners collaborates with global partners to solve previously impossible problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical 2026-era applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using 100+ qubit systems
- Develop error correction protocols enabling fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $1M+ in quantum research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in quantum hardware constraints (gate fidelity, coherence times)
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and high-performance computing environments
- Track record of securing competitive research funding
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes