Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the future of artificial intelligence. We're seeking visionary AI Research Scientists to pioneer breakthrough solutions that will define 2026 and beyond. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge quantum computing infrastructure and collaborate with Nobel laureates in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
You'll lead transformative research projects in generative AI, ethical machine learning frameworks, and human-AI symbiosis systems. Our dynamic environment combines academic rigor with startup agility, offering competitive equity packages and flexible work arrangements designed for peak innovation.
Responsibilities
- Architect and implement next-generation AI models for 2026-era applications
- Lead cross-functional research teams in quantum-enhanced machine learning development
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier AI/ML conferences and journals
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Collaborate with product teams to translate research into scalable solutions
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation through hackathons and workshops
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and generative models
- Published research at NeurIPS/ICML/ICLR with >50 citations
- Proficiency in Python, PyTorch, and distributed ML frameworks
- Strong background in quantum computing or neuromorphic systems
- Proven track record of shipping production AI systems at scale
- Experience with MLOps pipelines and cloud-native deployment