Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Quantum Computing Architect to design next-gen systems that will redefine computational boundaries. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to build scalable quantum infrastructures solving humanity's grandest challenges—from climate modeling to drug discovery.
Our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus offers unparalleled resources including quantum annealing farms, cryogenic research labs, and AI-assisted development suites. You'll lead projects with global impact while enjoying cutting-edge benefits like quantum-encrypted health insurance and flexible reality-based workspaces.
Responsibilities
- Design fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing quantum algorithms for optimization problems
- Implement error-correction protocols for 1,000+ qubit systems
- Collaborate with AI researchers to create quantum-machine learning hybrids
- Develop quantum security frameworks for post-2026 digital infrastructure
- Author white papers on quantum supremacy milestones
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum physics principles
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science or equivalent experience
- 5+ years building quantum computing systems (superconducting/ion trap)
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Published research in Nature/Science journals (post-2020)
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Experience with quantum annealing hardware (D-Wave, Rigetti)
- Strong background in topological quantum computing
- Certification in Quantum Secure Communication protocols