Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Technologies at the forefront of 2026's AI revolution. We're seeking visionary AI Research Scientists to architect the future of artificial intelligence. Our interdisciplinary team pioneers breakthroughs in quantum-computing-adjacent machine learning, ethical AI frameworks, and autonomous systems that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab, where innovation isn't just encouraged—it's our DNA. Shape the algorithms that will power the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement next-gen AI models leveraging quantum-inspired computing architectures
- Lead research initiatives in ethical AI alignment and bias mitigation for 2026 deployment
- Develop autonomous system frameworks for real-world industrial applications
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals/conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for frontier AI research
- Contribute to QuantumLeap's patent portfolio for transformative AI technologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or Quantum Computing (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in advanced AI research with 3+ peer-reviewed publications at NeurIPS/ICML
- Expertise in quantum machine learning algorithms and distributed AI systems
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and quantum computing frameworks
- Deep understanding of ethical AI frameworks and regulatory landscapes
- Experience securing NSF/DARPA grants or industry R&D funding
- Proven ability to translate theoretical research into commercial applications