Job Description
Join Nexus Future 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 next-gen algorithms and hardware prototypes that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech corridor. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape humanity's digital future while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including equity, flexible work arrangements, and cutting-edge research funding.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-corrected qubit architectures using superconducting and photonic systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal and private research grants for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and foster quantum literacy across departments
- Partner with Fortune 500 companies to solve real-world quantum challenges
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware integration
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Ability to translate complex quantum concepts for non-technical stakeholders