Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen systems that will redefine industries. This role demands a blend of deep technical expertise and futuristic innovation, where you'll architect quantum algorithms, lead cross-disciplinary research, and transform theoretical concepts into scalable commercial applications.
Our culture thrives on curiosity and cutting-edge experimentation. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI specialists, and sustainability pioneers in an environment that celebrates bold thinking. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and access to quantum hardware labs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in logistics, finance, and drug discovery
- Lead development of hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks for 2026-scale applications
- Architect fault-tolerant quantum systems with 100+ qubit coherence
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum-enhanced machine learning pipelines
- Present breakthrough research at global tech summits and publish in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor quantum engineers while establishing industry standards for 2026 quantum readiness
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with 10+ years experience considered)
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) with 3+ years production experience
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Proven track record of leading quantum computing projects with measurable business impact
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks and NISQ limitations
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Azure Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Strong background in high-performance computing and parallel architectures