Job Description
Shape the future of computational technology as we pioneer quantum solutions for 2026 and beyond. Nexus Quantum Labs seeks a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-generation quantum systems that will revolutionize industries from healthcare to finance. Join our elite team in San Francisco, where innovation meets execution, and help build the quantum infrastructure that powers tomorrow's breakthroughs.
Why Join Us? We're not just preparing for 2026—we're actively creating it. Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation, and our collaborative culture empowers you to transform theoretical concepts into scalable quantum architectures.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum algorithms for optimization, simulation, and cryptography
- Define quantum hardware specifications and integration protocols
- Establish quantum security frameworks for enterprise-scale deployments
- Conduct research on quantum error correction and coherence optimization
- Collaborate with AI/ML teams to hybridize quantum-classical computing models
- Present quantum roadmaps to C-suite executives and industry partners
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (MS with 8+ years experience considered)
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) and circuit design
- Proven experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault-tolerance techniques
- Strong background in superconducting or trapped-ion quantum systems
- Published research in quantum computing or related fields
- Experience leading technical projects with $1M+ budgets
- Certification in quantum security (e.g., Quantum Security Professional)