Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of quantum computing innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Quantum Computing Architect to design next-generation quantum systems that will redefine computational boundaries. This role bridges theoretical physics and practical engineering to solve humanity's most complex challenges. You'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers, pioneering breakthroughs in cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization.
What you'll achieve: Lead the development of fault-tolerant quantum processors, design quantum algorithms for 2026-era applications, and shape the future of secure global communications.
Responsibilities
- Architect scalable quantum computing systems with 1000+ qubit capabilities
- Design error-correction frameworks for fault-tolerant quantum operations
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical workflows for enterprise applications
- Lead cross-functional teams of physicists, engineers, and software developers
- Establish quantum security protocols for post-2026 digital infrastructure
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Collaborate with government agencies on national quantum initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum computing hardware/software development
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Experience with cryogenic systems and superconducting qubits
- Strong background in machine learning and high-performance computing