Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum systems that will redefine technology by 2026. We're seeking a visionary Senior Quantum Computing Engineer to architect next-gen quantum algorithms and error-corrected hardware. Your work will directly accelerate breakthroughs in materials science, cryptography, and AI optimization for Fortune 500 partners. This role offers unparalleled access to our $500M R&D lab and collaboration with Nobel laureates in a culture that celebrates intellectual audacity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum circuits using superconducting qubits and topological qubits
- Develop error-correction protocols achieving 99.9% fidelity for 1000+ qubit systems
- Create hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for optimization problems in logistics and drug discovery
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum accelerators for AI training pipelines
- Author patents and publish in Nature/Science journals on quantum computational advantage
- Mentor junior engineers in quantum information theory and experimental physics
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven expertise in quantum circuit design using Qiskit, Cirq, or Q# frameworks
- Publication record in quantum error correction or topological quantum computing
- Hands-on experience with cryogenic quantum hardware control systems (e.g., Lakeshore, Janis)
- Mastery of Python, C++, and low-level FPGA programming for quantum control
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical quantum algorithms into scalable implementations
- Security clearance eligibility for government-funded quantum projects