Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we build the computational infrastructure for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including access to 128-qubit processors and exclusive partnerships with leading research institutions. This role offers the rare opportunity to shape the future of computational technology while working with a team of Nobel Prize-winning physicists and Silicon Valley pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims on proprietary hardware
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum solutions into classical computing frameworks
- Publish groundbreaking research in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
- Develop error correction techniques to advance fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to quantum computing educational initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Demonstrated experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental protocols