Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing applications for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop breakthrough algorithms and solve complex computational challenges that will redefine industries.
As part of our elite Future Technologies Division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin Innovation Center. Your work will directly impact our roadmap for quantum supremacy in cryptography, optimization, and AI acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical industrial applications
- Lead research on quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor performance
- Publish peer-reviewed papers in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Develop quantum software development tools and SDKs
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Publication record in quantum computing research
- Experience with quantum hardware integration (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, etc.)