Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and systems that will redefine computational boundaries. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to accelerate your breakthroughs. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where theoretical physics meets practical application. This role offers competitive compensation, equity, and the chance to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Develop error mitigation strategies to advance fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at international conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DOE grants
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with quantum computing focus
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant architectures
- Strong background in quantum mechanics and linear algebra
- Track record of peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing
- Proficiency in classical HPC frameworks (Hadoop, Spark) for hybrid quantum-classical workflows
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or photonic quantum processors