Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-gen innovation roadmap. This role combines cutting-edge AI research, sustainable tech integration, and market trend analysis to shape products that will define the next decade. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin hub alongside Nobel Prize-winning researchers and serial entrepreneurs.
What You'll Achieve:
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026-focused product roadmaps
- Identify emerging tech disruptions (quantum computing, bio-AI, climate tech)
- Drive R&D investments with ROI modeling for future-facing initiatives
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford labs on experimental projects
- Pioneer ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and neural interfaces
Responsibilities
- Analyze 2026 market trends to define strategic technology priorities
- Design and validate 10-year innovation roadmaps for quantum and AI integration
- Lead stakeholder workshops with Fortune 500 partners on future tech adoption
- Develop patent portfolios for breakthrough sustainable technologies
- Mentor junior researchers in futuristic systems thinking
- Present quarterly future tech briefings to C-suite and investors
- Oversee $5M+ annual R&D budget allocation for emerging domains
Qualifications
- MS/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism (10+ years experience)
- Proven track record in scaling AI/quantum solutions at FAANG or equivalent
- Deep expertise in climate tech, neural interfaces, or synthetic biology
- Published research in Nature/Science on emerging technologies
- Experience with venture capital due diligence for deep-tech startups
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming frameworks
- Certification in Futures Studies (WFS) or equivalent