Job Description
Join NexGen Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine 2026's digital landscape. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop next-generation algorithms and architectures that will power tomorrow's breakthrough innovations. Our Austin-based team collaborates with Fortune 500 partners to solve previously unsolvable problems in cryptography, material science, and AI optimization.
This role offers unparalleled resources including access to our 256-qubit quantum processors and a $50M research fund. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and publish findings in Nature Quantum while contributing to patents that will shape the next decade of technological advancement.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Lead research projects in quantum machine learning applications
- Publish peer-reviewed papers and present at IEEE Quantum Week
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants
- Mentor PhD researchers and interns in quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Expertise in linear algebra and probability theory
- Familiarity with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong Python/C++ programming skills
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters