Job Description
Shape the future of computing at QuantumLeap Technologies! We're seeking a pioneering Quantum Computing Research Scientist to join our elite R&D team in San Francisco. This is your chance to work on revolutionary quantum algorithms and systems that will transform industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and cutting-edge engineers in our state-of-the-art labs, tackling challenges in cryptography, optimization, and molecular modeling. We offer competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and a budget for experimental equipment. If you're passionate about pushing quantum boundaries, apply now to help build tomorrow's computational reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for practical applications in cryptography and AI
- Lead experimental quantum computing projects using superconducting qubits and photonic systems
- Develop error-correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computation
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals and present at IEEE conferences
- Secure $1M+ in research grants from DARPA and NSF
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information theory
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics with 3+ years research experience
- Expertise in quantum circuit design and quantum algorithm development
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published papers in top-tier quantum computing journals/conferences
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- Track record of securing government or industry research funding