Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of the quantum revolution! We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design the next generation of quantum systems that will redefine computing by 2026. You'll lead the development of fault-tolerant quantum processors, pioneer hybrid quantum-classical algorithms, and architect scalable quantum cloud infrastructure. Work alongside Nobel Prize-winning researchers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where your innovations will directly impact cryptography, drug discovery, and AI optimization.
What you'll achieve: Build quantum systems processing 10,000+ qubits, pioneer error-corrected quantum networks, and shape industry standards for quantum-safe encryption. Your work will power breakthroughs in materials science and climate modeling, positioning Nexus as the global quantum leader.
Responsibilities
- Architect scalable quantum computing systems with 10,000+ qubit capacity and sub-millisecond coherence times
- Design hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for real-world optimization problems in finance and logistics
- Lead the integration of quantum processors with classical cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Develop quantum error correction protocols achieving 99.99% fidelity
- Partner with hardware teams to optimize cryogenic control systems and quantum interconnects
- Drive quantum security standards for post-quantum cryptography implementations
- Mentor a cross-disciplinary team of quantum software and hardware engineers
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience with 10+ years in quantum systems)
- Proven expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep knowledge of quantum error correction codes (surface, LDPC, topological codes)
- Experience with quantum hardware integration (superconducting, trapped ion, photonic)
- Strong background in distributed systems and high-performance computing architectures
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals or conferences
- Certification in quantum cloud platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket, Azure Quantum)
- Expertise in Python/C++ with optimization for quantum simulation frameworks