Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Technologies at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industries by solving previously unsolvable problems. Our Austin campus features cutting-edge labs, unlimited R&D budgets, and flexible work policies designed for peak innovation. If you're passionate about quantum mechanics, algorithm development, and shaping tomorrow's digital landscape, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for cryptography and optimization
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum systems
- Lead experiments with quantum processors (superconducting, ion trap, photonic)
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics fundamentals
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on quantum communication projects
- Secure $5M+ in annual research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on quantum computing experience
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or quantum circuit design
- Published papers in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Proficiency in Python/C++ and high-performance computing
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and statistical mechanics
- US citizenship required for government projects