Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution as we pioneer quantum computing solutions that will redefine global industries. We seek a visionary Quantum Computing Engineer to architect and deploy next-generation quantum algorithms in our state-of-the-art Austin facility. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to solve humanity's most complex challenges in cryptography, materials science, and artificial intelligence. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the quantum landscape while working with cutting-edge hardware including superconducting qubits and photonic processors.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols to enhance qubit coherence times
- Optimize quantum circuits for hybrid classical-quantum computing architectures
- Lead quantum software development using Qiskit, Cirq, and proprietary frameworks
- Collaborate with hardware teams to calibrate quantum processors
- Document quantum solutions and publish breakthrough research
- Mentor junior engineers in quantum computing principles
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (MS with exceptional experience considered)
- 3+ years hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (QASM, OpenQASM)
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and computational complexity
- Proficiency with cloud quantum platforms (IBM Quantum, Amazon Braket)
- Published research in quantum computing or quantum information theory
- Experience with high-performance computing environments
- Security clearance preferred for government-contracted projects