Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. As we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026, we seek a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design the next generation of computational systems. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science while working with cutting-edge quantum hardware and algorithms.
Our San Francisco headquarters houses a state-of-the-art quantum lab and collaborates with industry leaders across aerospace, finance, and biotech. You'll lead a cross-functional team of physicists, engineers, and data scientists to transform theoretical quantum advantage into practical enterprise solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum computing architectures for commercial applications
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for optimization problems
- Lead prototyping and validation of quantum circuits on real hardware
- Collaborate with hardware teams to define quantum processor requirements
- Establish quantum security protocols for next-gen encryption systems
- Mentor junior researchers and publish breakthrough findings
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and error correction
- Proficiency with Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Experience with cloud-based quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)