Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's quantum revolution! We're seeking a visionary Research Lead to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing for commercial applications. Shape the future of technology by leading a multidisciplinary team to develop scalable quantum systems that will redefine industries.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources for quantum experimentation. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers while contributing to projects that will power the next generation of AI, cryptography, and materials science.
Responsibilities
- Lead quantum algorithm development for commercial viability in 2026
- Manage a team of quantum physicists and software engineers
- Design fault-tolerant quantum processor architectures
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on quantum adoption roadmaps
- Secure research funding through federal grants and private investment
- Publish findings in top-tier journals and industry whitepapers
- Drive quantum computing standards development for 2026 deployment
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Proven track record of publishing in Nature/Science/Physical Review
- Experience managing R&D teams with $1M+ budgets
- Familiarity with quantum cloud platforms (IBM Q, Rigetti, D-Wave)
- Strong understanding of NISQ-era limitations and 2026 scalability challenges