Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen computational frameworks that will redefine industries. As a pioneer in quantum supremacy applications, you'll architect hybrid quantum-classical systems for AI, cryptography, and material science breakthroughs. Our Austin hub collaborates with MIT and CERN researchers, offering unparalleled resources to transform theoretical quantum mechanics into scalable reality.
Why Nexus Labs? We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and flexible work arrangements. Our team includes Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners committed to solving humanity's grand challenges by 2030.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for commercial applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Architect scalable quantum communication networks with zero-knowledge protocols
- Develop error-correction frameworks for 1000+ qubit processors
- Partner with hardware teams to optimize quantum chip architectures
- Research quantum machine learning models for predictive analytics
- Implement quantum-resistant security protocols for enterprise systems
- Present breakthrough findings at global tech summits (Q2 2026)
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in quantum computing with published research in Nature/Science
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum circuit optimization
- Expertise in quantum error correction (surface code, LDPC codes)
- Experience with superconducting qubits and trapped-ion systems
- Deep understanding of quantum complexity theory (BQP, QMA)
- Track record of securing $1M+ in quantum research grants
- Fluency in Python/C++ with low-level quantum hardware integration