Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations as we pioneer the next technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our roadmap for the coming decade. This role sits at the intersection of emerging technologies, market analysis, and strategic foresight, where you'll shape how humanity interacts with AI, quantum computing, and decentralized systems. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin R&D hub.
What you'll achieve: Define the technological paradigms that will define 2026, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and develop patentable frameworks for next-gen human-machine interfaces. Your insights will directly influence product roadlines worth $2B+ in projected revenue.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps for quantum computing applications and AI-human symbiosis
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies with $1B+ market potential
- Develop strategic frameworks for ethical implementation of AGI and neuromorphic systems
- Coordinate with MIT, Stanford, and ETH Zurich research initiatives
- Present foresight analyses to C-suite and board of directors quarterly
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio for 2026 technology incubation
- Author white papers cited by World Economic Forum and IEEE
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or Futurology with 10+ years in tech strategy
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum or AI breakthroughs
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment
- Deep knowledge of blockchain, neuromorphic engineering, and quantum algorithms
- Experience leading global R&D teams with $100M+ budgets
- Speaker at Davos, Web Summit, or equivalent tier-1 tech conference