Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Future Technology Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead R&D initiatives, identify emerging tech disruptors, and translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. Our dynamic Austin-based team operates at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotech innovation.
Why QuantumLeap? We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and the opportunity to shape technologies that will define the next decade. Your work will directly impact sectors from healthcare to aerospace, positioning you as a thought leader in the 2026 tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI and quantum solutions
- Analyze global tech trends to identify billion-dollar opportunities
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Present disruptive tech concepts to C-suite executives and investors
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets with ROI-focused KPIs
- Drive sustainability initiatives in tech development lifecycle
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging tech (AI, quantum, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Track record of launching products with 7-figure ARR
- Certification in Future Studies or Technology Foresight preferred
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Experience securing government innovation grants
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ disruptive tech implementations