Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior AI Research Scientist to architect breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin campus, where we're developing next-generation neural networks and quantum-AI hybrids. Your work will directly impact autonomous systems, personalized medicine, and sustainable energy solutions.
We offer unparalleled resources including a $50M research budget, dedicated GPU clusters, and flexible R&D timelines. Our culture celebrates intellectual curiosity with quarterly innovation sabbaticals and patent bonuses. Enjoy competitive benefits including equity packages, wellness stipends, and relocation assistance.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of novel AI architectures for 2026-era applications
- Design and implement quantum-enhanced machine learning algorithms
- Publish top-tier research in Nature/Science AI journals
- Mentor cross-functional teams of engineers and researchers
- Secure $1M+ in government/industry research grants
- Translate theoretical models into scalable production systems
- Present breakthrough findings at global AI summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics with AI focus
- 5+ years of applied AI research in industry or academia
- Expertise in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Publication record in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS/ICML)
- Experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM/Google)
- Strong background in computational neuroscience
- Proven ability to secure research funding
- Portfolio of deployed AI systems serving >1M users