Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution. We're pioneering next-gen quantum computing solutions that will redefine encryption, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence. As a key member of our elite research team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop breakthrough algorithms and hardware prototypes. Our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley facility offers unparalleled resources including 128-qubit processors and dedicated cryogenic labs. This is your chance to shape the technological landscape of tomorrow while enjoying competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation challenges
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes in cryogenic environments
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop quantum-classical hybrid computing frameworks
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation initiatives
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research with superconducting qubits
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with machine learning frameworks for quantum data analysis
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for government collaboration