Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum computing architectures that will redefine global security and computation. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to develop next-generation quantum algorithms and error-correction protocols. Our state-of-the-art facility in Austin offers unparalleled resources, including 128-qubit processors and cryogenic testbeds. This is your chance to shape the digital future while enjoying competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity in our unicorn-status company.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization
- Develop novel quantum error-correction methodologies for fault-tolerant systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security protocols
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum gate operations
- Secure $2M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum programming experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and simulation frameworks
- Published research in quantum error correction or cryptography
- Proficiency with Python, Qiskit, and quantum assembly languages
- Strong background in linear algebra and group theory
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or ion traps
- Track record of securing federal research grants