Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the computational frontier of 2026. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen quantum systems that will revolutionize industries from pharmaceuticals to materials science. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the digital landscape of tomorrow while working with Nobel Prize-winning researchers and cutting-edge quantum infrastructure.
Our San Francisco headquarters features state-of-the-art quantum labs, flexible workspaces, and a culture where innovation thrives. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to overcome quantum decoherence challenges, develop error-corrected qubit architectures, and pioneer quantum-classical hybrid computing models that will define the 2026 tech paradigm.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for 2026-era applications
- Develop quantum error correction protocols to achieve practical quantum advantage
- Lead research into topological qubit implementations and cryogenic control systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to create quantum-machine learning frameworks
- Architect hybrid quantum-classical computing workflows for enterprise clients
- Present breakthroughs at IEEE Quantum Computing Symposium 2026
- Secure $50M+ in quantum research grants and partnerships
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum algorithm development or quantum hardware design
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum computing breakthroughs
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and decoherence mitigation
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Experience securing quantum computing patents (minimum 3 granted)
- Deep understanding of quantum cryptography post-quantum standards