Job Description
Shape the future at QuantumLeap Labs, where innovation meets 2026's technological frontier. We're seeking visionary AI Research Scientists to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum-enhanced machine learning, autonomous systems, and ethical AI frameworks. Join our elite team in San Francisco's tech epicenter and transform theoretical concepts into real-world solutions that will define the next decade.
Our state-of-the-art facility offers unparalleled resources for research and collaboration, with direct access to quantum computing clusters and petabyte-scale datasets. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in an environment that encourages bold thinking and rapid prototyping.
Responsibilities
- Lead breakthrough research in quantum AI algorithms and neural network architectures
- Develop scalable machine learning models for autonomous decision-making systems
- Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimize AI-quantum hardware interfaces
- Author peer-reviewed publications and patents for 2026-era AI innovations
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional technical teams
- Design ethical frameworks for next-generation AI deployment
- Secure $5M+ in government and industry research grants
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of publishing in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Expertise in quantum computing principles and quantum machine learning
- Proficiency in PyTorch/TensorFlow and quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in reinforcement learning and generative models
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF, DARPA, DOE)
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary technical teams