Job Description
Shape the computational frontier at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant algorithms that will define 2026's digital infrastructure. Join our elite team of quantum physicists and software engineers to develop next-gen solutions for Fortune 500 clients in finance, healthcare, and logistics. Work with industry-leading hardware from IBM, Rigetti, and IonQ in our state-of-the-art Austin R&D facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Create quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for enterprise clients
- Lead research on quantum machine learning applications
- Mentor junior engineers on quantum programming best practices
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with 5+ years experience)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Experience with quantum circuit optimization and error mitigation
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Published research in quantum computing or related fields
- Expertise in Python/C++ and high-performance computing frameworks
- Familiarity with quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ion)