Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the quantum computing frontier for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen systems that will revolutionize industries from pharmaceuticals to logistics. Work alongside Nobel-caliber researchers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility, where your innovations will shape the computational paradigm of tomorrow.
This role offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with Fortune 500 partners, publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics, and contribute to open-source quantum frameworks. Our comprehensive benefits package includes equity grants, unlimited learning stipends, and exclusive access to our quantum simulation cloud platform.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum circuit architectures for error-corrected systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for enterprise applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Establish performance benchmarks for quantum advantage in real-world scenarios
- Author technical whitepapers and peer-reviewed publications
- Drive quantum security protocols for encrypted communications
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with 5+ years experience considered)
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes and topological qubits
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum programming frameworks
- Publication record in quantum algorithms or quantum hardware design
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Security clearance eligibility preferred