Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're seeking an AI Research Lead to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum machine learning and autonomous systems. As a key innovator in our Silicon Valley hub, you'll shape the future of human-AI collaboration while working alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners. Enjoy cutting-edge resources, flexible hybrid work, and comprehensive benefits including equity and wellness stipends. Be part of the team building the next generation of intelligent systems that will redefine industries by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing novel AI algorithms for quantum computing applications
- Architect scalable ML pipelines processing petabyte-scale datasets across distributed systems
- Drive research initiatives in explainable AI and ethical framework implementation
- Collaborate with product teams to commercialize AI breakthroughs into market-ready solutions
- Secure $5M+ in research grants and publish top-tier conference papers
- Mentor PhD researchers and interns in advanced machine learning techniques
- Stay ahead of emerging trends in neuromorphic computing and edge AI
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 8+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of publishing at NeurIPS/ICML/ICLR with 50+ citations
- Expertise in PyTorch/TensorFlow and quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Experience leading teams of 10+ researchers in high-stakes environments
- Deep understanding of transformer architectures and reinforcement learning
- Strong background in deploying ML models at scale (AWS/GCP/Azure)
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on production AI systems with measurable ROI
- Preferred: Prior experience with DARPA/IARPA research programs