Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and MIT PhDs to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware prototypes. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources including 100-qubit quantum processors and dedicated AI supercomputers.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive benefits including fertility coverage and mental health stipends. Our culture emphasizes intellectual curiosity with 20% innovation time and quarterly research symposiums at our Swiss Alps retreat.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Publish findings in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit stability improvements
- Present research findings at international quantum conferences
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants from DARPA and NSF
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published research in quantum error correction or topology
- Expertise in machine learning for quantum systems
- Strong background in condensed matter physics
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware interfaces