Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing systems for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-generation quantum algorithms and scalable hardware architectures that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape humanity's technological future while working with Nobel Prize-winning researchers and state-of-the-art quantum processors.
What You'll Achieve:
- Architect quantum solutions for complex optimization problems
- Collaborate with NASA and Intel on quantum-resistant cryptography
- Lead open-source quantum algorithm development
- Shape industry standards through IEEE quantum working groups
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for 2026 deployment
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical machine learning pipelines
- Lead quantum algorithm optimization for pharmaceutical simulations
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit coherence improvements
- Present quantum computing breakthroughs at Nature and Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Secure $5M+ in quantum research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years building quantum circuits on IBM Q or Rigetti systems
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes (surface, color, LDPC)
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or PennyLane frameworks
- Experience with superconducting qubit fabrication
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks