Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026 technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum-AI fusion systems that will redefine computing paradigms. As an AI Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in our Austin-based innovation hub, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. Our competitive benefits include equity, unlimited PTO, and dedicated R&D budgets.
Responsibilities
- Develop next-gen quantum machine learning algorithms for real-world deployment
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping 2026-era AI infrastructure
- Author peer-reviewed research on quantum-AI convergence
- Optimize neural networks for quantum-resistant cryptography
- Drive open-source contributions to emerging AI frameworks
- Mentor junior researchers in cutting-edge computational methods
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of production-level ML research experience
- Expertise in quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published work in NeurIPS/ICML/AAAI or equivalent tier
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and PyTorch
- Strong background in algorithm optimization for quantum systems