Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026 technological evolution as an AI Research Scientist. We're pioneering next-generation AI systems that will redefine industries by 2026, and we need visionary minds to help us get there. In this role, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop breakthrough algorithms in quantum-enhanced machine learning and autonomous systems.
Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for research, including access to quantum computing clusters and petabyte-scale datasets. We believe in empowering our scientists with 30% innovation time and unlimited cloud credits to explore unconventional ideas. If you're passionate about solving humanity's grandest challenges through AI, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel AI architectures for quantum-classical hybrid computing environments
- Lead research initiatives in explainable AI and ethical algorithm development for 2026 deployment
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, NeurIPS)
- Mentor cross-functional teams of engineers and data scientists
- Develop patent-pending solutions for real-time autonomous decision-making systems
- Collaborate with government agencies on AI safety frameworks
- Translate theoretical models into production-ready systems with 99.99% reliability
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Computing, or related field (or equivalent research experience)
- 5+ years of published research in AI/ML with 10+ citations in top-tier conferences
- Expertise in TensorFlow/PyTorch and quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of deploying AI systems at scale (10M+ users)
- Deep understanding of quantum machine learning algorithms
- Strong background in ethics and responsible AI development
- Experience securing $1M+ in research grants or venture funding