Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking an visionary AI Research Lead to architect next-generation intelligence systems that will redefine human-machine interaction. As a key member of our Innovation Division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry norms while shaping the future of autonomous systems.
Our state-of-the-art facility in San Francisco's tech hub offers unparalleled resources for breakthrough research, including quantum computing clusters and neural network accelerators. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited R&D budgets, and flexible work arrangements designed for peak innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of advanced AI architectures targeting 2026 market needs
- Direct cross-functional teams in prototyping autonomous decision systems
- Publish groundbreaking research in top-tier AI journals and conferences
- Strategize roadmap for ethical AI implementation in critical infrastructure
- Mentor junior researchers through QuantumLeap's mentorship program
- Secure $2M+ in annual research grants through federal partnerships
- Collaborate with futurists to forecast 5-year technological inflection points
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI with 8+ years of research leadership
- Published record in NeurIPS/ICML with >500 citations
- Expertise in transformer architectures and quantum machine learning
- Proven ability to secure NIH/NSF research grants
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and distributed computing frameworks
- Deep understanding of AI ethics and regulatory frameworks
- Experience scaling research teams from 5 to 50+ members
- Portfolio demonstrating commercialized AI applications