Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries, from pharmaceuticals to climate modeling. As a Quantum Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt innovators in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a culture where your breakthrough ideas become reality.
Why QuantumLeap? Our work directly impacts the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through quantum-optimized solutions. You'll access cutting-edge hardware from our partners at IBM Quantum and Rigetti Computing while contributing to open-source quantum frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute quantum algorithms for practical industry applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating theoretical models into scalable quantum circuits
- Develop error-correction protocols for fault-tolerant quantum systems
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor performance
- Publish peer-reviewed research and present at conferences like Q2B and IEEE Quantum Week
- Mentor junior researchers and contribute to quantum education initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq, Q#)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in linear algebra, probability theory, and computational complexity
- Experience with NISQ-era hardware constraints and mitigation strategies
- Strong Python/C++ skills with high-performance computing background
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex quantum concepts for non-technical stakeholders