Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer the quantum computing revolution in 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Quantum Computing Architect to design next-generation quantum systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of AI, cryptography, and materials science while collaborating with Nobel Prize-winning physicists and world-class engineers.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs? Our state-of-the-art facility in downtown San Francisco features the world's most advanced quantum annealing infrastructure, and we offer industry-leading benefits including equity grants, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible work arrangements. Be part of the team that cracked quantum supremacy in 2025 and is now tackling quantum error correction for commercial deployment.
Responsibilities
- Design scalable quantum circuit architectures for commercial applications in finance and pharmaceuticals
- Lead cross-functional teams of quantum physicists, materials scientists, and software engineers
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with AI teams to hybrid quantum-classical machine learning frameworks
- Secure $50M+ in quantum computing patents by 2026
- Present breakthroughs at IEEE Quantum Week and Nature Quantum conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature/Science/Physical Review X) on quantum algorithms
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq) and hardware interfaces
- Proven track record of commercializing quantum technologies
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction codes (surface, LDPC, etc.)
- Experience leading technical teams of 10+ engineers
- Clearance for DoD quantum computing projects preferred