Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Technologies at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries and solve humanity's greatest challenges. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop next-gen quantum algorithms and hardware. Our state-of-the-art lab in San Francisco offers unparalleled resources to push the boundaries of computational physics.
Why QuantumLeap? • Work with 200+ quantum experts across 5 global labs • Industry-leading quantum hardware access • $50M annual R&D budget • Flexible hybrid work policy • Comprehensive equity package
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Lead experiments on superconducting qubits and photonic quantum systems
- Develop error correction protocols to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing
- Collaborate with hardware teams to co-design quantum processors
- Publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals and conferences
- Secure federal grants and industry partnerships for quantum initiatives
- Mentor junior researchers and PhD candidates in quantum methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on quantum algorithm development experience
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Q#, Qiskit, Cirq)
- Publication record in Nature/Science or equivalent quantum computing journals
- Deep understanding of quantum error correction and fault tolerance
- Experience with cryogenic quantum hardware systems
- Strong background in linear algebra and quantum information theory
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for federal projects