Job Description
Join NexTech Innovations at the forefront of computational evolution! We're pioneering quantum-resistant systems that will define 2026's digital landscape. As a Quantum Algorithm Researcher, you'll architect next-generation encryption protocols and optimize quantum machine learning frameworks in our Austin R&D hub.
Our cross-disciplinary team combines theoretical physics with applied cryptography to solve global security challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where curiosity fuels innovation. We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and cutting-edge resources to accelerate breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum-resistant algorithms for post-quantum cryptography systems
- Design and implement hybrid quantum-classical machine learning models
- Lead experimental validation of quantum algorithms on D-Wave and IBM quantum processors
- Author peer-reviewed research publications and patent applications
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize quantum circuit architectures
- Present findings at global conferences including IEEE Quantum Week and ACM SIGPLAN
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Theoretical Computer Science, or Physics with 3+ years research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, QAOA) and quantum error correction
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in Nature/Science or top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Strong background in complexity theory and computational algebra
- Experience with quantum simulation frameworks (QASM, OpenFermion)
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations