Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. As our 2026 Innovation Lead, you'll architect groundbreaking solutions that redefine industries and shape the future landscape. We're seeking a visionary strategist to spearhead our next-generation technology initiatives, transforming cutting-edge concepts into market-ready innovations. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to influence global tech trends while working with world-class pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic roadmap development for 2026+ product ecosystems
- Drive cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and design teams
- Conduct market foresight analysis and emerging tech viability assessments
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D budget allocation for breakthrough projects
- Forge industry partnerships with Fortune 500 innovation labs
- Present quarterly innovation frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor a 12-person innovation accelerator team
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology leadership
- Proven track record scaling enterprise-level tech initiatives
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFTE, WFS)
- Published thought leadership in top-tier tech journals
- Experience securing $10M+ R&D budgets
- PhD or equivalent in emerging technology field preferred