Job Description
Step into the future at Nexus Quantum Systems, where we're pioneering the quantum revolution of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen computational frameworks that will redefine industries. Join our elite team of quantum pioneers and transform theoretical physics into tangible solutions.
Why Nexus Quantum? We're not just building quantum computers; we're architecting the computational backbone of tomorrow. With $500M in R&D funding and partnerships with NASA and MIT, our Austin lab is where quantum theory meets real-world impact.
Your Mission You'll architect quantum algorithms, optimize qubit stability, and develop error-correction protocols that push beyond today's quantum limitations. This role sits at the intersection of physics, computer science, and exponential innovation.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum computing architectures for 1000+ qubit systems
- Develop error-correction protocols achieving >99.9% qubit fidelity
- Create hybrid quantum-classical workflows for pharmaceutical simulations
- Lead quantum algorithm optimization for machine learning acceleration
- Collaborate with hardware teams on cryogenic control system integration
- Author white papers on quantum computational complexity
- Mentor junior quantum engineers in cutting-edge research
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computational Mathematics
- 5+ years in quantum algorithm development or quantum hardware design
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum information theory
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum circuit optimization
- Experience with quantum annealing and superconducting qubits
- Deep understanding of quantum entanglement and decoherence