Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of the 2026 quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen computing solutions that will redefine industries, and we're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to lead breakthrough innovations in our San Francisco R&D hub. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology while working alongside Nobel Prize-winning mentors and cutting-edge quantum hardware.
Your impact will extend beyond research – you'll contribute to patent portfolios, mentor emerging quantum engineers, and collaborate with Fortune 500 partners implementing our solutions. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements designed for peak innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy protocols on 1000+ qubit systems
- Develop error correction frameworks enabling fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors and control systems
- Author breakthrough publications in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $5M+ in government grants for quantum research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Cirq, Qiskit) and circuit optimization
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proficiency with quantum simulation tools (Qiskit Aer, IBM Quantum Experience)
- Demonstrated success in securing NSF or DARPA quantum research funding
- Strong background in machine learning frameworks applied to quantum data