Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Innovations as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary strategist to spearhead our next-generation initiatives at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role demands a forward-thinker who can translate emerging trends into actionable business frameworks while leading cross-disciplinary teams through uncharted territory.
As a cornerstone of our innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners, government agencies, and academic institutions to shape policies and standards for tomorrow's digital infrastructure. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of possibility and possess the acumen to navigate technological paradigm shifts, this is your defining moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies with $50M+ annual R&D budgets
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling breakthrough innovations
- Forge strategic partnerships with quantum computing hardware manufacturers and AI research labs
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and next-gen data infrastructure
- Present future-vision briefings to C-suite executives and government stakeholders
- Drive patent development for proprietary 2026-era technology solutions
- Oversee implementation of sustainable tech practices in next-gen supply chains
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in emerging technologies
- Proven track record in scaling quantum/AI initiatives from concept to market
- Expertise in futures forecasting methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, or related field preferred
- Published thought leadership in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier-1 journals
- Experience securing federal grants for advanced research initiatives
- Deep understanding of regulatory landscapes for autonomous systems
- Certified in Quantum Computing Architecture (QCA) or equivalent