Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries worldwide. As a Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with world-class innovators in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility, developing breakthrough algorithms and hardware prototypes that will shape the next decade of computing. We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled opportunities to publish groundbreaking research.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop error-correction protocols for quantum processors
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware components
- Publish research in top-tier journals and present at global conferences
- Secure and manage research partnerships with academic institutions
- Contribute to strategic roadmap for quantum computing commercialization
- Mentor junior researchers and foster collaborative innovation culture
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum focus
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing research experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Strong background in quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Expertise in quantum hardware architectures (superconducting, trapped ions)
- Experience with machine learning applications in quantum systems