Job Description
Join Nexus Futures Lab at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen computational frameworks that will redefine industries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with bleeding-edge quantum hardware and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
As a key member of our Future Technologies Division, you'll shape how quantum algorithms solve previously unsolvable challenges in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and dedicated innovation time for personal research projects.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum computing architectures for enterprise-scale applications
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms targeting 2026 commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists and software engineers
- Establish quantum security protocols for next-gen data systems
- Publish research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Identify emerging quantum technologies with disruptive potential
- Collaborate with government agencies on quantum policy frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing conferences
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction techniques
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Strong background in cryptography and information theory
- Proven ability to translate complex quantum concepts to business stakeholders