Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough systems that redefine computational boundaries. Our Austin-based R&D hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into market-ready technologies. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where innovation thrives. We're not just building for tomorrow – we're creating the future today.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for practical 2026 applications in cryptography and AI
- Design and optimize quantum hardware architectures for scalable commercial deployment
- Manage cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Publish peer-reviewed papers in Nature Physics and Science
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for real-world systems
- Partner with Fortune 500 clients to implement quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum computing research with 20+ publications
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of securing federal research funding
- Experience leading teams of 10+ researchers
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence and error mitigation
- Patent portfolio with 3+ granted quantum computing patents