Job Description
About Nexus Quantum Labs: Pioneering the frontier of computational reality, Nexus Quantum Labs builds quantum systems that redefine human potential. Our Austin-based R&D center is where tomorrow's technologies are born today.
The Opportunity: We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen quantum processors and algorithms. Shape the future of AI, cryptography, and material science by solving problems deemed impossible just a decade ago.
Impact: Lead projects directly influencing 2026's technological landscape. Your work will power breakthroughs in drug discovery, climate modeling, and secure global communications.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum processor architectures for 100+ qubit systems
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead quantum error correction research achieving fault-tolerant thresholds
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate quantum solutions
- Drive open-source quantum software initiatives (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Secure patents for novel quantum computing methodologies
- Mentor junior engineers in quantum hardware-software co-design
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in quantum computing architecture or quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum error correction codes and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and quantum mechanics