Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based team is developing next-gen algorithms to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, drug discovery, and climate modeling. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers to transform theoretical quantum mechanics into scalable commercial applications.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and access to our 10,000+ qubit superconducting quantum processors. Work in our state-of-the-art facility where breakfast is catered daily, and your ideas could reshape global industries.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for practical commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and software developers
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry conferences
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with government agencies on national security quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates in quantum information science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 3+ years research experience
- Published work in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Quil, or Cirq)
- Experience with superconducting qubit systems or trapped ion technologies
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Demonstrated ability to secure federal or corporate research grants
- Patents or peer-reviewed publications in quantum computing preferred