Job Description
Shape the future with Nexus Labs' 2026 Quantum Computing Initiative! We're pioneering next-gen quantum algorithms that will redefine computational boundaries. Join our elite research team in Austin, Texas, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility offers unlimited computational resources and a culture that celebrates bold innovation. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to build the computational backbone of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for cryptography and optimization
- Design and execute large-scale quantum simulations on 10,000+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to co-design quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Mentor junior researchers and drive cross-functional innovation sprints
- Secure $2M+ in annual research funding through competitive proposals
- Develop quantum-safe cybersecurity protocols for Fortune 500 clients
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computational Mathematics
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with quantum circuit design
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum assembly languages
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction and topological qubits
- Strong background in machine learning and classical optimization
- Track record of securing major research grants
- US citizenship required for government contract compliance