Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for the 2026 horizon. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design scalable quantum systems that will redefine computational capabilities. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science while working with Nobel Prize-winning researchers in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Architect next-gen quantum computing systems targeting 2026 deployment milestones
- Lead integration of quantum-classical hybrid computing frameworks
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum processors
- Collaborate with MIT and Caltech research partners on quantum AI applications
- Optimize quantum algorithms for pharmaceutical and climate modeling simulations
- Establish security protocols for post-quantum cryptographic systems
- Mentor quantum engineering teams in cutting-edge QIS technologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Information Science, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years experience with quantum circuit design and QASM
- Expertise in superconducting qubit architectures or ion-trap systems
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum computing advances
- Proficiency in quantum simulation frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction (surface codes, LDPC)
- Security clearance preferred for DoE/NASA collaborations