Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technological landscape. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, driving innovation in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic business execution, offering unparalleled impact on the future of human-computer interaction.
Our Austin hub thrives in a collaborative environment where your ideas shape products used by millions. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and startup pioneers, leveraging our $2B R&D budget to pioneer solutions for global challenges.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology vision roadmap aligning with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI/quantum computing applications
- Conduct competitive analysis and patent strategy for emerging technologies
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board members
- Manage $500K+ innovation budgets with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Partner with academic institutions (MIT, Stanford) for research collaboration
- Drive sustainability initiatives in tech development lifecycle
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy or R&D leadership with Fortune 500 experience
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, or emerging tech ecosystems
- Proven track record of launching technologies with >$100M market impact
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, IEEE)
- Certification in technology foresight (e.g., Foresight Institute)
- Experience scaling tech initiatives across global markets
- Strong stakeholder management with executive communication skills