Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we prepare for the quantum revolution of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop groundbreaking algorithms and solve previously unsolvable computational challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and pioneer the next generation of quantum systems that will redefine industries from healthcare to finance.
Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art cryogenic labs and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and the opportunity to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation
- Lead experiments on 100+ qubit quantum processors
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to improve qubit coherence times
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and gate-level optimization
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction techniques
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory