Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of artificial intelligence. Our 2026 AI Research Lead will spearhead breakthrough initiatives in quantum machine learning and autonomous systems. This role demands visionary thinking to transform theoretical concepts into scalable solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin research hub.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute 2026-era AI research roadmap with 5-year vision
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-resistant neural networks
- Secure $5M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Publish top-tier papers at NeurIPS, ICML, and Nature AI
- Translate academic breakthroughs into commercial IP portfolios
- Mentor PhD researchers and postdocs in emerging AI paradigms
- Forge strategic partnerships with MIT, Stanford, and ETH Zurich
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/Quantum Physics with 10+ years AI research
- Proven track record in neural architecture innovation (Transformer 3.0+)
- Expertise in quantum computing algorithms and error correction
- Published 20+ peer-reviewed papers in top-tier AI venues
- Secured $10M+ in government/private research funding
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages
- Experience leading international research consortia