Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and scalable quantum computing architectures for Fortune 500 enterprises. As our Quantum Computing Architect, you'll design fault-tolerant quantum systems that redefine computational boundaries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin innovation hub, where your work directly shapes humanity's digital future.
This hybrid role offers competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and access to our $50M quantum research lab. We're committed to solving humanity's most complex challenges through quantum innovation—will you architect tomorrow's solutions today?
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum algorithms for cryptography and machine learning applications
- Lead development of quantum-resistant cybersecurity frameworks for enterprise clients
- Architect hybrid quantum-classical computing systems with 99.9% fidelity
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times and error correction
- Present quantum computing roadmaps to C-suite executives and government agencies
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics and IEEE Quantum Journal
- Mentor junior quantum engineers in cutting-edge programming techniques
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with 5+ years experience)
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum error correction or topological qubits
- Experience with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, AWS Braket, Azure Quantum)
- Deep understanding of quantum supremacy benchmarks and NISQ limitations
- Strong background in cryptography and post-quantum security standards
- Proven ability to translate complex quantum concepts for technical/non-technical audiences