Job Description
Shape the computational frontier of 2026 as a Quantum Computing Architect at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering next-generation quantum systems that will redefine industries from pharmaceuticals to finance. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to build scalable quantum architectures that solve previously impossible challenges. This role offers unparalleled access to cutting-edge hardware, $50M R&D budget, and equity in a pre-IPO quantum unicorn. If you thrive at the intersection of theoretical physics and scalable engineering, apply now to lead the quantum revolution.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for 2026-scale operations
- Develop error correction protocols achieving 99.999% qubit fidelity
- Create hybrid quantum-classical system integration frameworks
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and data scientists
- Secure $10M+ in government and enterprise quantum contracts
- Pioneer quantum machine learning algorithms for commercial applications
- Author white papers on quantum supremacy breakthroughs for Nature/Science
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum hardware/software development
- Published research in quantum error correction or fault tolerance
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum programming frameworks
- Proven track record of scaling quantum systems beyond 1000 qubits
- Deep understanding of superconducting, ion-trap, or photonic quantum systems
- Strong background in distributed computing and high-performance networking