Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll design next-gen algorithms, optimize quantum circuits, and collaborate with Nobel Prize-winning physicists to solve previously unsolvable problems. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including 100-qubit quantum processors and dedicated AI-assisted simulation labs. We provide comprehensive benefits: equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and $10,000 annual innovation stipend. Help us build the computational foundation for humanity's next great leap.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for machine learning and cryptography applications
- Optimize quantum circuit performance on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Collaborate with hardware teams to reduce quantum decoherence in 50+ qubit systems
- Lead open-source quantum software initiatives in Python and Q#
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE journals
- Mentor PhD interns from Stanford and MIT quantum programs
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development with real quantum hardware
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes and topological quantum computing
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane)
- Strong publication record in quantum information science
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)