Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for the 2026 digital landscape. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-gen algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to solve complex challenges in cryptography, optimization, and AI acceleration. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research, including access to quantum annealing systems and supercomputing clusters. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to publish in leading journals.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for machine learning and optimization problems
- Develop error mitigation techniques for noisy intermediate-scale quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processors
- Lead research initiatives in quantum cryptography and secure communications
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to technical roadmapping
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years of quantum research
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum programming languages
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or quantum information
- Experience with quantum simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts into practical applications