Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum systems to redefine computing for the 2026 digital landscape. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cybersecurity, materials science, and AI optimization. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and a culture where curiosity fuels innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical enterprise applications
- Develop quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for next-gen security infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum computing hardware solutions
- Publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Optimize quantum error correction techniques for commercial scalability
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum programming (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum error correction or quantum machine learning
- Expertise in NISQ-era hardware limitations and mitigation strategies
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)