Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop groundbreaking algorithms and architectures that will redefine computational capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of technology in our state-of-the-art Austin research facility.
As part of our elite innovation team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, optimization, and molecular simulation. Our culture combines MIT-caliber intellectual rigor with Silicon Valley agility, offering competitive compensation and equity in a rapidly scaling quantum ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical industry applications
- Lead experimental validation of quantum hardware prototypes at cryogenic temperatures
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum solutions into existing architectures
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present findings at leading conferences
- Secure $2M+ in government and private research funding
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, etc.)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science or top-tier quantum journals
- Expertise in at least one classical high-performance computing stack (C++, Python, CUDA)
- Experience with quantum hardware from IBM, Rigetti, or IonQ
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory