United States onlyJob Title: Senior Quantum Algorithm Researcher
Job Location: California, USA
Job Location Type: Remote
Job Contract Type: Full-time
Job Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
NVIDIA’s Quantum group is a small, high-impact team visible both internally within NVIDIA and externally across the global quantum community. We’re looking for passionate quantum algorithm researchers who want to help define the future of the field. Do you have deep technical expertise in quantum algorithms and applications, and a drive to push the boundaries of technology? If yes, we’d love to hear from you!
What You'll Be Doing
- Establish and lead technical collaborations with supercomputing centers (SCCs) on hybrid quantum-classical application development across multiple industry verticals.
- Lead research pathfinding in AI for quantum algorithms.
- Lead all aspects of and drive the execution of technical results for projects in collaboration with our strategic partnerships, including SCCs, leading QPU builders, and needle-moving researchers, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and customer success.
- Contribute to NVIDIA’s revenue stream through strategic technical engagement and the development of innovative solutions that support customer adoption and long-term partnerships.
- Publish impactful research works and represent NVIDIA at relevant scientific, technical, and industry conferences.
- Ph .D. in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Over 9 years of experience working on Quantum Algorithms and Applications.
- Demonstrated leadership in technical collaborations with industry partners. Excellent programming skills in Python, C++, and a parallel programming model (e.g., CUDA).
- World-class communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to articulate a value proposition to technical and non-technical audiences.
- A track record of research excellence demonstrated in publications and presentations at leading conferences.
- Recognized thought-leadership in the cross section of quantum applied research and high-performance computing.
- Experience with the NVIDIA Quantum platform (cuQuantum or CUDA-Q)!
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits .
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until January 13, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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