Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen systems that will redefine computational boundaries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin R&D hub, building fault-tolerant quantum architectures for pharmaceutical discovery, climate modeling, and AI acceleration. This role offers unparalleled growth opportunities in a startup-backed environment with $500M+ in funding.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum circuit architectures for enterprise applications
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant systems
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Research cutting-edge quantum algorithms for industry-specific solutions
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit integration and coherence optimization
- Present quantum computing roadmaps to C-suite executives and investors
- Patent novel quantum computing methodologies and architectures
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum computing architecture design
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum error correction
- Track record of securing quantum computing patents or publications