Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we build the quantum infrastructure for 2026. We're pioneering fault-tolerant quantum systems that will redefine cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. As a Quantum Computing Architect, you'll design scalable quantum architectures, collaborate with Nobel laureates, and deploy solutions that solve previously impossible problems. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers cutting-edge equipment and a culture where your breakthroughs shape tomorrow's technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures using superconducting qubits
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for NISQ-era systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times and gate fidelities
- Create hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for real-world applications
- Lead quantum security implementations for next-gen blockchain networks
- Mentor junior quantum engineers in emerging quantum programming paradigms
- Publish research in top quantum computing journals and conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with exceptional experience)
- 5+ years experience in quantum algorithm development or quantum hardware design
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems and control electronics
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity