Job Description
Shape the technological frontier at Nexus Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary AI & Quantum Computing Strategist to architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team at the intersection of artificial intelligence and quantum mechanics to solve humanity's most complex challenges. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to pioneer next-gen technologies that will redefine industries worldwide.
You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, lead cross-functional innovation pods, and influence global tech policy. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum labs and AI supercomputers, creating an unparalleled environment for breakthrough research.
What you'll gain:
- Equity in a pre-IPO deep tech unicorn
- Access to $50M R&D budget
- Custom-built quantum development workstation
- Patent portfolio ownership opportunities
- Global thought leadership platform
Responsibilities
- Design hybrid AI-quantum algorithms for 2026-era computational challenges
- Lead quantum machine learning implementations for Fortune 100 clients
- Develop ethical AI frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Architect quantum-resistant cybersecurity protocols
- Mentor quantum computing PhD candidates in our fellowship program
- Present breakthrough research at Davos and World Economic Forums
- Secure $10M+ in government innovation grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI, or related field (or equivalent breakthrough work)
- 5+ years developing production-level quantum algorithms
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum-AI integration
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, and quantum machine learning frameworks
- Experience with quantum error correction techniques at scale
- Deep understanding of NISQ-era limitations and solutions
- Portfolio of deployed quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Top 1% performance in competitive quantum programming challenges