Job Description
Shape the future of technology as QuantumLeap Labs' 2026 Quantum Computing Research Lead. Lead groundbreaking initiatives at the intersection of quantum mechanics and artificial intelligence, developing next-gen solutions that will redefine computational boundaries. Join our Austin-based innovation hub to pioneer breakthroughs in error correction, quantum algorithms, and scalable hardware architectures.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum computing research roadmap targeting 2026 milestones
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-resistant encryption protocols
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on quantum processor optimization
- Publish high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals and industry conferences
- Drive quantum algorithm development for machine learning applications
- Secure federal and private research funding for quantum initiatives
- Mentor PhD researchers and foster quantum computing talent pipeline
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science
- 5+ years of quantum algorithm development experience
- Expertise in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Proven track record of securing government research grants
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing journals
- Experience with superconducting or photonic quantum systems