Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations as we redefine technological boundaries leading into 2026. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role demands strategic foresight to anticipate market shifts, emerging technologies, and societal impacts that will shape our industry's future. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional R&D teams, and translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled opportunities to influence product development, investment decisions, and corporate direction at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Conduct scenario planning for regulatory, ethical, and societal implications
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage innovation incubation programs for futuristic concepts
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record in emerging technology adoption (AI/quantum/bio)
- Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, or Business preferred
- Exceptional analytical and predictive modeling capabilities
- Demonstrated success influencing C-suite decisions
- Published research or patents in future technology domains
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Deep understanding of global tech policy and ethical frameworks