Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Researcher to develop next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational paradigms. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and cryptography
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experimental validation of qubit architectures at near-absolute zero
- Author breakthrough publications in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in DARPA/NSF research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information theory
- Prototype fault-tolerant quantum processors with 1000+ qubits
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 3+ years hands-on quantum hardware experience
- Publication record in top-tier quantum journals
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mechanisms
- Patent portfolio in quantum technologies preferred
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Security clearance eligibility