Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, and we need visionary researchers to accelerate breakthroughs. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape tomorrow's computational landscape while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and a culture where innovation thrives.
As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll develop novel algorithms, optimize quantum circuits, and contribute to our mission of solving previously unsolvable problems. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment designed for peak creativity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Conduct experimental quantum computing research using superconducting qubit systems
- Develop error mitigation techniques to enhance quantum coherence
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on quantum machine learning applications
- Publish findings in leading scientific journals and present at international conferences
- Secure research grants and patents for quantum innovations
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to lab's research roadmap
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms and circuit design
- Proficiency with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Ability to work with complex experimental hardware systems
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical reasoning skills