Job Description
Shape the future of computational technology at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to pioneer next-gen solutions that will define the 2026 tech landscape. Join our elite team in Austin, TX, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to build scalable quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? We offer cutting-edge R&D budgets, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and equity in a unicorn-backed startup revolutionizing quantum AI integration. Your work will directly impact sectors from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for enterprise-scale applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum algorithms with 99.9% fidelity benchmarks
- Integrate quantum processors with classical HPC systems using proprietary QPU orchestration frameworks
- Develop error-correction protocols for 1000+ qubit systems by 2026
- Partner with academic institutions to publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Drive quantum security protocols for next-gen blockchain infrastructure
- Mentor junior quantum engineers in advanced quantum state manipulation techniques
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 5+ years of experience in quantum computing architecture or quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Demonstrated success in publishing peer-reviewed quantum computing research
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant design principles
- Experience leading technical teams in agile development environments
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and 2026 quantum roadmap projections
- Strong background in superconducting qubit or ion trap technologies