Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs as an AI Research Scientist at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering breakthroughs in quantum-AI convergence to solve humanity's greatest challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, pushing the boundaries of neural networks, quantum computing, and AGI development. This is your chance to shape the future of intelligent systems while working on projects that will define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead research in quantum-enhanced machine learning algorithms for 2026-era applications
- Develop novel neural architectures capable of unsupervised learning at petabyte scale
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize AI-quantum hybrid systems
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, NeurIPS)
- Mentor junior researchers and present findings at global tech summits
- Secure $5M+ in government/private research grants annually
- Drive ethical AI frameworks for 2026 regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in advanced ML research with peer-reviewed publications
- Expertise in quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq) and NISQ hardware
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and distributed computing
- Track record of commercializing AI research (patents preferred)
- Experience with federated learning and differential privacy
- Deep understanding of 2026's emerging AI ethics landscape
- Fluency in multi-modal AI systems (vision, language, robotics)