Job Description
Join our pioneering team at QuantumLeap Innovations as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Technology Futurist to drive our next-gen innovation roadmap, blending AI ethics, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role sits at the intersection of research and strategy, transforming theoretical breakthroughs into market-ready solutions that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry paradigms in our Austin-based innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging tech trends with 3-5 year market impact
- Develop and publish annual 'State of 2026 Technology' industry whitepapers
- Architect quantum-resistant security frameworks for next-gen infrastructure
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Facilitate cross-industry think tanks on climate-positive technology adoption
- Translate complex research into actionable business strategies for C-suite clients
- Oversee pilot programs for breakthrough technologies (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology)
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or Engineering with 10+ years industry experience
- Proven track record in publishing peer-reviewed tech research or patents
- Expertise in quantum computing algorithms or neuromorphic architectures
- Certification in AI ethics frameworks (IEEE, ACM, or equivalent)
- Experience with scenario planning and technology roadmapping at Fortune 500 level
- Deep knowledge of climate tech solutions and carbon-neutral computing
- Exceptional ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders