Description
Visa Research conducts both applied and fundamental research to push the boundaries of technologies relevant to the future of commerce, security, and payments at global scale.
As a Sr. Director/Principal Research Scientist in Quantum Computing, you will play a foundational leadership role in shaping Visa's new Quantum Computing Center of Excellence in Singapore.
Responsibilities:
- Help build and shape Visa's Quantum Computing Center of Excellence in Singapore, including its research direction, scientific identity, and external visibility.
- Lead the formulation and execution of a forward-looking research agenda in quantum information and computation, with emphasis on applications relevant to financial services, payments, and security.
- Design, analyze, and prototype novel quantum algorithms, computational models, and proof-of-concept systems that advance the state of the art.
- Drive high-impact research programs from concept through execution, ensuring rigor, originality, and alignment with Visa's long-term strategy.
- Mentor and develop researchers across levels, contributing to the growth of a strong scientific culture within the Singapore team and across Visa Research globally.
- Partner with internal stakeholders across research, technology, product, and business organizations to connect long-term research with strategic opportunities for Visa.
- Establish and deepen collaborations with leading academic institutions, research centers, industry partners, and government agencies in Singapore and internationally.
- Represent Visa externally through publications, invited talks, conference participation, and engagement with the global quantum research community.
- Assess emerging developments in quantum computing and adjacent fields, translating technical advances into strategic insights for Visa.
- Contribute to talent building and organizational scaling as the Singapore center grows, including helping attract and evaluate top research talent.
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.