Job Description
Shape the future of artificial intelligence at QuantumLeap Dynamics. We're seeking visionary AI Innovation Leads to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite R&D team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem, where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact. You'll drive AI strategy, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and pioneer breakthroughs in machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI.
Why Join Us?
• Industry-leading compensation with equity opportunities
• $50M R&D budget for experimental projects
• Patent bonus program for groundbreaking innovations
• Flexible hybrid work with Austin's premier tech campus
Responsibilities
- Design and execute AI roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing generative AI models
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants and partnerships
- Present breakthroughs at global AI summits (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Drive ethical AI frameworks and responsible innovation protocols
- Mentor PhD researchers and accelerate commercialization of lab innovations
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI with 8+ years industry experience
- Published 20+ papers in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, CVPR)
- Proven track record of shipping production-level ML systems
- Expertise in transformer architectures and diffusion models
- Experience securing NSF/DARPA grants or corporate R&D funding
- Deep understanding of AI ethics and regulatory landscapes
- Strong Python/PyTorch proficiency with distributed training expertise