Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking an AI Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions in artificial intelligence. This role demands visionary leadership, deep technical expertise, and a passion for shaping tomorrow's digital landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate emerging AI technologies into our core business strategy, driving innovation across quantum computing, neural interfaces, and autonomous systems. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to transform futuristic concepts into market-leading products.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 AI strategic vision aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI applications (quantum ML, neuromorphic computing)
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging AI trends and regulatory impacts post-2025
- Design ethical frameworks for advanced autonomous systems deployment
- Present strategic AI roadmaps to stakeholders and industry thought leaders
- Secure $5M+ in R&D funding for breakthrough AI initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI or equivalent with 8+ years in strategic AI leadership
- Proven track record in deploying production-level quantum/neural AI systems
- Expertise in AI ethics governance frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature AI, IEEE Transactions) on post-2025 AI
- Experience securing federal/state grants for AI innovation projects
- Deep knowledge of singularity and superintelligence implications