Job Description
Join Quantum Leap Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 AI Futurist to architect the next generation of artificial intelligence systems that will redefine industries. This pivotal role demands a strategic mind with deep technical expertise to shape our AI roadmap for the post-2025 landscape.
In this position, you'll lead cross-functional teams in developing cutting-edge AI solutions, collaborate with global research institutions, and present breakthrough innovations to C-suite executives. Our Austin headquarters offers state-of-the-art labs and an unparalleled culture of innovation where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Architect AI strategy roadmap for 2026-2030 technological evolution
- Lead development of next-gen neural networks and quantum AI hybrids
- Collaborate with MIT, Stanford, and ETH Zurich on frontier AI research
- Present breakthrough innovations to Fortune 500 clients and investors
- Mentor junior researchers in emerging AI paradigms
- Secure $10M+ in government and private R&D funding
- Author white papers on AI ethics and governance frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in AI/ML or equivalent with 8+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Expertise in transformer architectures and quantum computing
- Proven track record of scaling AI systems to 100M+ users
- Deep understanding of AI safety and alignment principles
- Experience securing federal DARPA/NASA grants
- Fluency in Python, PyTorch, and quantum programming languages