Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we redefine computational boundaries. We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-gen solutions for cryptography, optimization, and AI. Collaborate with world-class engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for practical industry applications
- Design and optimize quantum circuits on superconducting and photonic platforms
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Collaborate with hardware teams to bridge theoretical models with experimental systems
- Develop error-correction protocols for scalable quantum processors
- Drive patent creation in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm implementation experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with cloud quantum computing platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket)