Job Description
Join our pioneering team at NexaLabs Quantum Solutions to shape the future of computational technology. As we approach 2026, we're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Engineer to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and systems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin research facility, working on projects that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to finance. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and contribute to the quantum revolution that will define the next decade.
Why Join Us? • Work with 100-qubit quantum processors • Collaborate with MIT and Stanford research partners • Competitive equity packages and patent incentives • Annual $10K professional development stipend • Flexible hybrid work with Austin's thriving tech ecosystem
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead research on quantum machine learning applications for 2026-era data challenges
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum-classical hybrid architectures
- Author peer-reviewed publications and contribute to open-source quantum frameworks
- Present research findings at IEEE Quantum Week and ACM QIP conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Proficiency with high-performance computing and parallelization techniques
- Experience with quantum circuit optimization and compilation tools
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations