Job Description
Shape the future of computational science at Nexus Labs. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and hardware integration. Join our elite R&D team in Austin, where innovation meets real-world application. You'll architect scalable quantum systems that redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to cryptography.
Our state-of-the-art lab offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, including 128-qubit processors and cryogenic infrastructure. This hybrid role combines deep technical expertise with strategic foresight to prepare for the quantum revolution of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum circuits for enterprise-scale applications
- Develop error-correction protocols for next-gen quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in quantum algorithm optimization
- Partner with hardware engineers to integrate quantum-classical systems
- Research emerging quantum technologies (photonic, topological, etc.)
- Define quantum security frameworks for post-quantum cryptography
- Present quantum roadmaps to C-suite stakeholders and investors
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum computing architecture
- Proficiency in Q#, Qiskit, or Cirq frameworks
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum journals
- Expertise in quantum error mitigation techniques
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Certification in quantum security protocols (e.g., NIST Post-Quantum)