Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Tech Strategist to architect next-generation solutions in AI, quantum computing, and immersive realities. This role demands a blend of technical acumen and foresight to transform emerging concepts into market-ready innovations. Work with Nobel Prize-winning researchers and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin Innovation Hub.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives for 2026-era technologies including quantum neural networks and sentient AI
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for autonomous systems and metaverse ecosystems
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on prototype development for post-silicon computing
- Drive ethics frameworks for AGI alignment and human-centric innovation
- Secure $50M+ in government grants and private partnerships for frontier tech
- Lead public forums on technological ethics and future-proof governance
- Mentor PhD candidates in quantum-human symbiosis research
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or Futurism with 10+ years experience
- Published research in Nature or Science on AI/quantum convergence
- Track record of scaling tech startups to $1B+ valuations
- Expertise in ISO 20700 foresight methodology and scenario planning
- Proficiency in quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Security clearance for national tech initiatives (preferred)
- Speaking engagements at Davos, Web Summit, or equivalent forums
- Portfolio of deployed 2026-ready technologies