Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the 2026 technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to finance. As a Quantum Computing Engineer, you'll architect next-gen quantum algorithms and collaborate with Nobel laureates to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 100-qubit processors and zero-temperature cryogenic systems. If you're passionate about quantum supremacy and want to build the future, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industry applications
- Optimize quantum circuits on superconducting and ion-trap platforms
- Develop error mitigation protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate quantum solutions into real-world products
- Lead research in quantum machine learning and cryptography
- Document quantum architectures and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Mentor junior engineers in quantum programming best practices
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with cloud-based quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations