Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary AI Research Lead to architect next-generation artificial intelligence systems that will redefine industries. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of human-machine collaboration in our Austin-based innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing AI prototypes targeting 2026 deployment horizons
- Design scalable machine learning architectures for autonomous systems and predictive analytics
- Collaborate with quantum computing specialists to hybridize AI capabilities
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier AI/ML conferences and journals
- Secure $5M+ in government and private research grants
- Mentor PhD researchers and foster an experimental innovation culture
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of deploying production-level ML systems at scale
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and federated learning
- Strong publication record in NeurIPS/ICML/ICLR or equivalent tier conferences
- Experience securing DARPA/NASA/NSF research grants
- Proficiency in PyTorch/TensorFlow and cloud-based ML pipelines
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse technical teams through complex projects