Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing applications that will redefine industries, from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling. As a Quantum Computing Researcher, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt innovators to solve humanity's grandest challenges. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources, including 128-qubit processors and dedicated AI co-development environments. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible remote options, and cutting-edge wellness programs for our elite research team.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for complex optimization problems
- Collaborate with AI teams to develop hybrid quantum-classical computing frameworks
- Lead experimental validation of quantum supremacy claims
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure $5M+ in government and private sector research grants
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum information science
- Develop patentable quantum encryption methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum gate-level programming
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Expertise in quantum error correction protocols
- Proficiency in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Strong background in machine learning for quantum systems
- Experience securing federal research grants
- Track record of translating theory to practical applications