Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen computational paradigms that will redefine global technology landscapes. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in cryptography, optimization, and artificial intelligence within our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility.
Why Nexus Labs? Our team comprises Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners, united by a mission to solve humanity's most complex challenges. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and unparalleled access to quantum hardware prototypes.
This role presents an unparalleled opportunity to shape the technological foundation of the next decade. Your work will directly impact fields from climate modeling to drug discovery.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithms for real-world optimization problems
- Develop novel error-correction techniques for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Lead cross-functional projects with AI, materials science, and cryptography teams
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoE grants
- Mentor junior researchers and quantum engineering interns
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or adjacent fields
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallel processing
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations