Job Description
Shape the future of technology as Nexus Labs seeks a Quantum Computing Architect to pioneer breakthroughs in 2026. Join our elite R&D team in Austin, TX, where you'll design next-gen quantum systems that redefine computational boundaries. This role demands visionary leadership in quantum algorithm development, error correction optimization, and hybrid quantum-classical integration. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to transform theoretical physics into scalable commercial solutions.
We offer unparalleled resources: access to quantum annealing hardware, dedicated research labs, and a $50M innovation fund for experimental projects. If you thrive at the intersection of physics and computer science, this is your opportunity to architect the computational infrastructure of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and simulation
- Develop error correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Lead hybrid quantum-classical architecture integration projects
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence and gate fidelity
- Author white papers and patents for quantum computing methodologies
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
- Partner with industry partners to implement quantum solutions
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent journals
- Proficiency in quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems