Job Description
Shape the computational frontier at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're seeking visionary Quantum Computing Architects to design and implement next-generation quantum systems by 2026. Join our interdisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of quantum supremacy, error correction, and hybrid quantum-classical algorithms. You'll work on bleeding-edge hardware-software integration while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco quantum hub.
Your Impact: Drive quantum advantage in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Lead the development of fault-tolerant quantum processors while mentoring the next generation of quantum engineers.
Responsibilities
- Architect scalable quantum computing systems with 1000+ qubit capacity
- Design quantum error correction protocols for industrial deployment
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical ML frameworks for 2026 applications
- Optimize quantum algorithms for pharmaceutical discovery and climate modeling
- Lead quantum security protocols for post-quantum cryptography standards
- Collaborate with hardware teams on cryogenic control systems integration
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with 8+ years experience)
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and Qiskit/Cirq frameworks
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum error correction codes (surface, color codes)
- Proficiency in high-performance computing environments
- Deep understanding of quantum decoherence mitigation strategies
- Track record of translating quantum theory to practical implementations