Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer breakthroughs in artificial intelligence for 2026. We're seeking visionary AI Research Scientists to architect next-generation machine learning systems that redefine human-computer interaction. Our Austin-based incubator combines academic rigor with startup agility, offering unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into scalable solutions. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where your ideas become the future's benchmarks.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel neural architectures for real-time decision-making systems
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop ethical AI frameworks aligned with 2026 regulatory standards
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Architect quantum-enhanced algorithms for processing petabyte-scale datasets
- Translate theoretical models into production-ready systems with 99.99% reliability
- Mentor junior researchers and establish departmental R&D roadmaps
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Published record in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and federated learning
- Proficiency with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks
- Demonstrated success in deploying ML systems at scale (>100M users)
- Deep understanding of AI ethics, bias mitigation, and explainable AI
- Experience with MLOps and CI/CD for ML pipelines