Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Systems at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing infrastructure for 2026. We're seeking a visionary architect to design next-generation quantum networks that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin R&D facility, shaping the digital backbone of tomorrow's quantum internet.
Our team operates at the intersection of theoretical physics and practical engineering, developing fault-tolerant quantum systems that solve previously impossible problems. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the opportunity to work with hardware that exists in multiple states simultaneously.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum networking architectures supporting 10,000+ qubit systems
- Develop error correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Integrate quantum-classical hybrid computing workflows
- Lead implementation of quantum-secure communication protocols
- Optimize quantum resource allocation across distributed computing networks
- Collaborate with hardware teams on cryogenic control system integration
- Document quantum infrastructure specifications for ISO certification
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with 5+ years experience)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Experience with quantum error correction algorithms (surface, surface-17, LDPC codes)
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation techniques
- Published research in quantum information science or peer-reviewed conference proceedings
- Familiarity with NISQ-era hardware constraints and optimization strategies
- Certification in quantum security protocols (QKD, QKD+)