Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll pioneer breakthroughs that will define the computational landscape of 2026 and beyond. Our interdisciplinary team works at the intersection of quantum physics, machine learning, and materials science to solve humanity's most complex challenges. You'll access state-of-the-art facilities in San Francisco's Innovation District and collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research and commercialize quantum applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization problems in logistics, cryptography, and drug discovery
- Develop error-correction protocols for next-generation quantum processors
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims using IBM and Google quantum platforms
- Collaborate with AI teams to integrate quantum computing into machine learning pipelines
- Secure research funding through NSF and DoD grant applications
- Mentor PhD candidates and publish in Nature/Science journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum circuit design using Qiskit or Cirq
- Published research in quantum error correction or variational quantum algorithms
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum mechanics principles
- Experience with high-performance computing clusters
- Track record of translating theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes