Job Description
Join Quantum Leap Technologies at the forefront of 2026's AI revolution! We seek a visionary Senior AI Research Scientist to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum-enhanced machine learning. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our Austin innovation hub, where your work will directly shape humanity's technological future. Enjoy unparalleled R&D resources, flexible work arrangements, and competitive equity packages as you tackle challenges in autonomous systems and generative AI.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives in quantum-ML fusion and neuromorphic computing
- Develop novel neural architectures for next-generation autonomous decision systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier AI/quantum journals and conferences
- Translate theoretical innovations into scalable production-ready solutions
- Mentor junior researchers and foster collaborative innovation culture
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for frontier AI projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and quantum algorithms
- Proven track record of publishing in NeurIPS/ICML/Science with 20+ citations
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow/PyTorch, and quantum programming frameworks
- Experience with large-scale distributed computing (AWS/GCP/Azure quantum services)
- Strong background in ethics and safety frameworks for advanced AI systems