Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of quantum innovation as we build the computational backbone for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based research division pioneers breakthroughs in quantum algorithms, error correction, and hardware scalability. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the next generation of technology while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and state-of-the-art facilities including cryogenic labs and quantum annealing clusters. Your work will directly impact fields from drug discovery to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for real-world applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Lead research publications in top-tier journals and conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
- Secure external funding through NSF and DoD grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or ion trap quantum systems