Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of computational revolution as we pioneer quantum algorithms for 2026's most complex challenges. We're seeking a visionary Senior Quantum Computing Research Scientist to architect next-gen solutions for cryptography, optimization, and AI. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech corridor. Your work will directly shape the quantum landscape, pushing boundaries in error correction and qubit scalability.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement quantum algorithms for real-world enterprise applications
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum circuit performance
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier quantum computing journals
- Mentor junior scientists and drive cross-functional innovation
- Secure competitive research grants and patents
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years quantum research
- Expertise in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Proven track record of peer-reviewed quantum computing publications
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and decoherence mitigation
- Experience with superconducting or ion-trap quantum systems
- Strong background in linear algebra, quantum mechanics, and complexity theory