Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we build the quantum computing infrastructure for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Infrastructure Architect to design, implement, and secure next-generation quantum networks that will redefine global computing paradigms. In this role, you'll pioneer hybrid quantum-classical systems while maintaining quantum supremacy and operational security in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
Your work will directly impact Fortune 500 clients across finance, healthcare, and logistics sectors, enabling breakthroughs in drug discovery, climate modeling, and artificial intelligence. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and access to our exclusive Quantum Innovation Lab where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Architect end-to-end quantum computing infrastructure including cryogenic systems, photonic interconnects, and error-correction frameworks
- Design hybrid quantum-classical workflows for enterprise clients, optimizing quantum algorithm execution
- Develop quantum security protocols protecting against emerging threats like Shor's algorithm attacks
- Create scalable quantum network topologies supporting 1000+ qubit systems by 2026
- Lead cross-functional teams of quantum physicists, cryptographers, and hardware engineers
- Establish quantum benchmarking standards and performance optimization methodologies
- Document quantum system architectures using quantum circuit diagrams and phase-space mappings
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Engineering, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes (surface, LDPC, color codes) and fault-tolerant architectures
- Proven track record implementing quantum-resistant cryptographic systems (NIST PQC standard)
- Proficiency with quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) and simulation frameworks
- Experience with cryogenic engineering and superconducting qubit manipulation
- Certification in quantum security (Qiskit Certified) and cloud quantum platforms (AWS Braket, Azure Quantum)
- Published research in Nature/Science journals on quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Strong understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation and quantum memory technologies