Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Dynamics at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer quantum-safe infrastructure for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Infrastructure Architect to design resilient systems that will power the next decade of digital transformation. This role demands a blend of theoretical expertise and hands-on implementation in quantum-resistant cryptography, distributed ledger architectures, and AI-integrated security frameworks.
Our cutting-edge R&D hub in San Francisco offers an unparalleled environment to collaborate with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and quantum computing pioneers. You'll influence global standards while architecting solutions that protect critical infrastructure against emerging cyber threats.
Responsibilities
- Design quantum-resistant cryptographic systems and zero-trust architectures for 2026-era infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams in implementing blockchain-integrated identity verification systems
- Develop AI-driven security protocols capable of autonomous threat response
- Architect distributed quantum communication networks with sub-5ms latency
- Create disaster recovery frameworks for multi-quantum-state environments
- Optimize edge computing nodes for quantum-resistant machine learning inference
- Establish real-time vulnerability scanning for post-quantum cryptographic implementations
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Cryptography, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Expertise in lattice-based cryptography and NIST post-quantum standardization
- Proven track record architecting distributed systems at scale (>10M daily transactions)
- Deep knowledge of quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing principles
- Certification in AWS Quantum Technologies or equivalent cloud quantum platforms
- Published research in IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering or equivalent
- Experience with AI/ML integration in security automation frameworks
- Fluency in Python, Qiskit, and quantum circuit optimization techniques