Job Description
Shape the future of quantum computing at Nexus Labs. Lead 2026 breakthroughs in Austin with competitive compensation and cutting-edge resources.
Responsibilities
- Develop novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Design and implement error-corrected quantum architectures with fault tolerance
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into practical quantum systems
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research funding
- Author 3+ peer-reviewed publications in top-tier quantum journals annually
- mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Conduct competitive analysis of quantum computing landscape for strategic positioning
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven expertise in quantum circuit design and error correction techniques
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing journals
- Mastery of Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Demonstrated success securing federal research grants (NSF, DoE, DARPA)
- Experience leading quantum hardware-software co-design projects
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and fault-tolerant roadmap