Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-generation systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role bridges theoretical physics and practical engineering to build scalable quantum solutions for Fortune 500 clients. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where your innovations could accelerate drug discovery, optimize global logistics, and revolutionize AI capabilities.
As a pioneer in this emerging field, you'll work with cutting-edge hardware from partners like IBM Quantum and Rigetti, while shaping the future of computational science. We offer unparalleled resources, collaborative innovation sprints, and the opportunity to publish breakthrough research in Nature Physics.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum circuits for enterprise-scale applications
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms solving complex optimization problems
- Lead quantum hardware integration with classical supercomputing infrastructure
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop quantum-enhanced machine learning models
- Architect secure quantum communication networks resistant to decryption
- Mentor researchers in quantum error correction techniques
- Present quantum computing roadmaps to C-suite executives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with 5+ years experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Deep understanding of quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE)
- Proficiency in superconducting qubit manipulation and cryogenic systems
- Published research in peer-reviewed quantum computing journals
- Experience with quantum error mitigation techniques
- Strong background in high-performance computing architectures
- Fluency in Python, C++, and quantum circuit optimization