Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Systems at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the AI landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary AI Strategy Director to lead cross-functional teams in developing next-generation artificial intelligence solutions that will redefine industries by the end of the decade. This pivotal role requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic foresight, and executive leadership to transform ambitious concepts into market-reality.
Our dynamic startup culture thrives on innovation, with competitive equity packages and state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of San Francisco's tech corridor. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, MIT fellows, and industry disruptors to build AI frameworks that address humanity's grandest challenges by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute AI roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead $50M+ R&D initiatives in quantum-adjacent machine learning
- Partner with C-suite to integrate AI across 15+ product verticals
- Drive ethics frameworks for autonomous systems by 2026
- Secure $100M+ in strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 innovators
- Mentor 20+ AI researchers through 2026 breakthrough challenges
Qualifications
- 15+ years in AI/ML with 5+ years in C-level strategy roles
- Published research in Nature/Science on 2020s AI trends
- PhD in Computer Science or equivalent from top-tier institution
- Track record of scaling AI teams to 200+ professionals
- Expertise in federated learning and explainable AI
- Proven ability to secure $50M+ in strategic funding
- Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks for 2026 AI deployment