Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Technologies at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll pioneer breakthroughs in quantum algorithms and error correction, directly contributing to our mission to solve humanity's most complex challenges. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to push the boundaries of quantum supremacy.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in an environment where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and machine learning applications
- Develop quantum error correction protocols for fault-tolerant computing systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum hardware-software interfaces
- Publish peer-reviewed research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure external funding through NSF and DARPA grant applications
- Mentor junior researchers and foster quantum literacy across the organization
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum computing experience with Qiskit or Cirq
- Expertise in quantum information theory and many-body physics
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent high-impact journals
- Proficiency in Python, C++, and quantum circuit optimization
- Strong background in machine learning frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations