Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. As our Quantum Computing Architect, you'll design and implement next-generation quantum systems that will redefine industries worldwide. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of computation while collaborating with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and MIT-trained engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility.
We offer comprehensive benefits including equity grants, flexible remote work options, and a $20,000 annual learning stipend. Our culture champions innovation, with hackathons every quarter and dedicated R&D time for personal projects.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum computing architectures for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-functional teams integrating quantum-classical hybrid systems
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum processors
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize qubit coherence times
- Create quantum algorithms for cryptography, optimization, and simulation
- Mentor junior researchers and publish findings in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience with quantum circuit design and error correction
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum frameworks
- Publication record in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting or trapped-ion qubit systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and complex analysis
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical research initiatives