Job Description
Shape the Future of AI at QuantumLeap Labs
We're seeking a visionary AI Research Lead to architect breakthrough systems for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, quantum machine learning, and neural-symbolic integration. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to redefine technological possibilities while solving humanity's most pressing challenges.
As a Research Lead, you'll drive cutting-edge projects in autonomous decision-making systems and ethical AI frameworks, collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco provides unlimited resources to transform theoretical concepts into revolutionary applications.
Responsibilities
- Architect next-gen AI systems for 2026 deployment across healthcare, climate science, and autonomous infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-enhanced neural networks
- Establish ethical AI governance frameworks aligned with evolving regulatory landscapes
- Secure $5M+ in research grants through innovative proposal development
- Pioneer hybrid quantum-classical computing architectures for real-world applications
- Drive open-source contributions to accelerate global AI advancement
- Mentor PhD researchers and publish in top-tier AI journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or Quantum Computing with 8+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of deploying production AI systems at scale
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing
- Strong publication record at NeurIPS/ICML/AAAI conferences
- Deep knowledge of ethical AI frameworks and bias mitigation
- Experience securing federal research grants (NSF/NIH/DARPA)
- Proficiency in PyTorch, TensorFlow Quantum, and Cirq frameworks
- Exceptional leadership skills managing cross-disciplinary teams