Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and applications that will redefine technology by 2026. Our multidisciplinary team operates at the intersection of physics, computer science, and AI, tackling challenges in cryptography, material science, and optimization. As a key innovator, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a wellness stipend. Your work will directly impact the next generation of computational paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for NISQ-era hardware
- Lead research in error correction and fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patent applications
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing fundamentals
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit implementations
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with high-performance computing and parallelization
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills with abstract concepts