Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're pioneering next-generation quantum algorithms that will revolutionize industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough protocols in error correction, quantum supremacy applications, and hybrid quantum-classical systems. Our Austin-based R&D hub offers state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative teams pushing computational boundaries.
We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish in top-tier journals. Shape the future of technology while working with industry-leading quantum hardware and software platforms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop novel quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to prototype quantum circuits on superconducting platforms
- Lead cross-functional research projects targeting 2026 quantum commercialization milestones
- Author peer-reviewed publications and present findings at international conferences
- Contribute to quantum software SDK development for industry partners
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, complex analysis, and information theory
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or trapped-ion platforms
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental implementations