Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. We're seeking a Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and protocols for next-generation quantum systems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, pushing the boundaries of computational physics and information theory.
Our team is building the quantum infrastructure that will power AI, materials science, and cryptography breakthroughs in the coming decade. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the technological landscape of the 2020s while working with cutting-edge hardware and software platforms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
- Collaborate on quantum hardware-software co-design initiatives
- Lead research projects in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Contribute to open-source quantum computing frameworks
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics and computational theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with exceptional experience considered)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and complex analysis
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations