Job Description
Are you ready to define the technological landscape of the future? Nexus 2026 Labs is seeking a visionary Senior Quantum AI Architect to lead our next-generation research initiatives.
We are not just building for tomorrow; we are engineering the reality of 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between classical machine learning and quantum computing, creating scalable solutions that solve humanity's most complex challenges. Join a team of world-class engineers dedicated to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and quantum mechanics.
Key Highlights:
- Work on cutting-edge quantum hardware integration.
- Competitive equity package and a culture of radical innovation.
- Flexible remote-first policy with a hub in San Francisco.
Why Nexus 2026? We are a fast-paced, elite research organization focused on solving problems that seem impossible today. You will have the autonomy to shape our roadmap and the resources to execute at the highest level.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms tailored for hybrid classical-quantum machine learning models.
- Optimize quantum circuits for near-term devices (NISQ era) and future fault-tolerant architectures.
- Lead architectural reviews for our core AI research platforms to ensure scalability and performance.
- Mentor junior researchers and engineers in quantum software engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with hardware teams to define software interfaces for next-gen quantum processors.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
- 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML, with specific expertise in quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, PyQuil).
- Strong proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Proven track record of publishing research in top-tier AI/Quantum conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, QIP).