Job Description
Join Nexus Labs' groundbreaking 2026 Quantum Computing Initiative and help redefine the boundaries of computational possibility. We're assembling elite researchers to develop next-gen quantum algorithms that will solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. This is your chance to work with cutting-edge quantum hardware alongside Nobel Prize-winning mentors in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco laboratory. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible R&D schedules, and stock options in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit performance on superconducting systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Lead cross-functional projects with AI and materials science teams
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to patent development
- Present findings at international quantum computing conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological quantum computing
- Deep understanding of quantum mechanics and linear algebra at graduate level
- Proficiency with Python/C++ and high-performance computing frameworks
- Experience with cloud-based quantum simulators (IBM Quantum, Rigetti)
- Strong track record of innovative problem-solving in complex systems