Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering AI systems that will redefine human-machine interaction by 2026. As an AI Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough algorithms in generative AI, quantum machine learning, and autonomous systems. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin innovation hub, where your work directly shapes the future of human progress.
We offer unlimited PTO, $20k annual learning stipend, and equity in a unicorn-backed startup. Shape 2026's digital landscape while enjoying Texas's vibrant tech culture and zero income tax.
Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in generative AI and quantum neural networks
- Develop novel algorithms for 2026-era autonomous systems
- Publish breakthrough papers in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Mentor PhD researchers and cross-functional AI teams
- Secure $5M+ in federal grants for 2026-focused AI projects
- Architect scalable ML pipelines processing petabyte-scale datasets
- Collaborate with quantum computing teams on hybrid AI models
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field (2020-2026 graduates preferred)
- 3+ years experience with transformer architectures and diffusion models
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Expertise in PyTorch, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks
- Strong background in reinforcement learning and multi-agent systems
- Proven ability to secure research funding (NSF, NIH, DARPA)
- Experience with large-scale distributed computing (Spark, Kubernetes)
- Portfolio of open-source AI projects with 1k+ GitHub stars