Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of artificial intelligence. We're seeking an exceptional AI Research Scientist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role empowers you to redefine human-machine interaction through cutting-edge research in quantum computing, neural networks, and generative AI. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub, where your ideas will shape industries worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D initiatives for next-gen AI systems targeting 2026 deployment horizons
- Develop novel neural architectures capable of quantum-classical hybrid processing
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and industry conferences
- Collaborate with product teams to translate research into scalable commercial solutions
- Mentor junior researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation
- Secure federal grants and corporate partnerships for advanced AI projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field with 3+ years post-doc experience
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent-tier venues on AI/ML topics
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and federated learning
- Proficiency in PyTorch/TensorFlow and quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Demonstrated success in translating theoretical models to production systems
- Strong track record of securing research funding (> $1M in grants)