Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of 2026's AI revolution. We're pioneering next-generation neural architectures and quantum-computing integration to redefine human-machine collaboration. As our AI Research Scientist, you'll architect breakthrough systems in generative AI, autonomous reasoning, and ethical AI governance. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your innovations will directly shape global tech standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D on 2026-focused AI paradigms including generative adversarial networks and self-supervised learning
- Develop quantum-enhanced machine learning frameworks for real-world applications
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and deploy AI solutions
- Author peer-reviewed publications and contribute to open-source AI communities
- Establish ethical AI benchmarks and bias mitigation protocols
- Secure federal and private research grants for advanced AI initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field with 3+ years industry experience
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and federated learning
- Proficiency with PyTorch, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Strong background in AI ethics and responsible development practices
- Experience securing DARPA or NSF research funding