Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, and we're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen systems. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of computational science while working with Nobel Prize-winning researchers and cutting-edge hardware.
Our Austin hub combines world-class R&D with startup agility, offering competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and direct impact on breakthrough projects. If you're ready to solve problems once considered impossible, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum computing architectures optimized for error correction and qubit stability
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for pharmaceutical and materials science applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
- Establish quantum security protocols for next-gen financial systems
- Research and implement novel quantum error mitigation techniques
- Collaborate with international research institutions on open-source quantum frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with 5+ years experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#)
- Expertise in superconducting qubit systems or topological quantum computing
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and low-level hardware interfacing
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum data analysis