Job Description
Shape the technological frontier by 2026 as a Quantum Computing Architect at Nexus Horizon Labs. We're pioneering next-gen quantum systems that will revolutionize cryptography, materials science, and AI optimization. Join our interdisciplinary team of Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in Austin's vibrant innovation ecosystem. You'll lead the design of fault-tolerant quantum processors while collaborating with NASA, IBM Research, and MIT. This role offers unparalleled access to our $50M quantum lab and equity in a unicorn-backed startup.
Responsibilities
- Architect scalable quantum computing systems with 10,000+ qubit capacity by 2026
- Develop hybrid quantum-classical algorithms for industrial optimization problems
- Lead quantum error correction research achieving <0.1% logical error rates
- Partner with hardware teams to design superconducting and photonic quantum processors
- Author patents for quantum-resistant encryption protocols
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years experience in quantum computing or quantum algorithm development
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or similar quantum frameworks
- Published research in Nature/Science journals on quantum systems
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with low-level system programming
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware interfaces
- Clearance for DoD quantum security projects preferred