Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop groundbreaking algorithms and systems that solve previously unsolvable problems. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's innovation hub. We offer unparalleled resources, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to shape humanity's digital future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization, cryptography, and machine learning
- Develop error correction protocols to advance quantum decoherence solutions
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit implementations
- Lead research publications in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Mentor junior researchers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science with 3+ years research experience
- Expertise in quantum algorithms (Shor's, Grover's, VQE) and quantum circuit design
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong publication record in quantum computing or related fields
- Experience with quantum hardware platforms (IBM Quantum, Rigetti, IonQ)
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault-tolerant computing