Job Description
Shape the future of computing at Nexus Labs. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction for our 2026 roadmap. Join our elite R&D team in Austin's tech hub to develop scalable quantum systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors while building next-generation quantum infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum circuits for 2026-era quantum processors
- Lead development of hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Optimize quantum algorithms for commercial applications in cryptography and AI
- Establish quantum security protocols for enterprise systems
- Drive quantum simulation initiatives for materials science and drug discovery
- Mentor junior quantum engineers and publish peer-reviewed research
- Collaborate with NASA and DARPA on quantum communication networks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with exceptional experience considered)
- 5+ years in quantum computing research or industrial quantum system development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments (HPC)
- Demonstrated experience with quantum annealing and superconducting qubits
- Strong background in machine learning and classical algorithm optimization