Job Description
Shape the technological frontier with Nexus Quantum Systems as our Quantum Infrastructure Lead. We're pioneering the quantum revolution of 2026, and you'll architect the next-gen systems that will redefine computing. Join a team of Nobel-caliber innovators in Austin's thriving tech corridor, where your expertise in quantum mechanics and distributed systems will directly influence the future of AI, cryptography, and computational biology.
This role demands a visionary who thrives at the intersection of theoretical physics and scalable engineering. You'll lead the design and deployment of fault-tolerant quantum networks, collaborating with world-class researchers to translate theoretical breakthroughs into production-ready infrastructure. Our state-of-the-art lab offers access to quantum processors, photonic interconnects, and AI-driven optimization platforms.
Responsibilities
- Architect quantum-classical hybrid systems with petabyte-scale data processing capabilities
- Lead the integration of quantum processors with distributed cloud infrastructure
- Design fault-tolerant quantum communication networks across 10+ data centers
- Develop AI-driven quantum error correction protocols achieving 99.999% fidelity
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (quantum physicists, ML engineers, cybersecurity specialists)
- Establish quantum security frameworks post-quantum cryptography standards
- Drive innovation in quantum machine learning algorithms for 2026-era workloads
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or equivalent with 5+ years industry experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Proven track record architecting distributed systems at petabyte-scale
- Deep knowledge of quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and hybrid quantum-classical workflows
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) and HPC frameworks
- Experience with quantum hardware providers (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ) and cloud quantum services
- Published research in quantum machine learning or quantum communication protocols