Job Description
Join our pioneering 2026 Initiative to build the next generation of quantum computing systems. At Nexus Labs, we're redefining computational boundaries through cutting-edge quantum algorithms and hardware optimization. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with Nobel Prize-winning researchers and deploy solutions that will transform industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Our San Francisco campus features state-of-the-art cryogenic quantum processors and collaborative research spaces. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and comprehensive health benefits including fertility coverage and mental wellness programs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for optimization problems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate quantum processors with classical systems
- Lead research publications in top-tier journals and conferences
- Prototype quantum applications in cryptography and machine learning
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to open-source quantum frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with exceptional experience)
- 3+ years experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Publication record in quantum information science or related fields
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments (HPC, GPU clusters)
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems