Job Description
Shape the technological landscape of tomorrow as our lead 2026 Technology Futurist at QuantumLeap Innovations. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our next-generation product roadmap and identify emerging opportunities at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Join our elite R&D team in San Francisco and define how humanity interacts with technology in the near future.
What you'll achieve:
• Develop 3-year technology forecasting frameworks
• Lead cross-functional innovation sprints
• Secure patents for breakthrough concepts
• Present to C-suite and board stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends to build 2026 product vision
- Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype future solutions
- Author strategic whitepapers on industry disruption
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget for R&D initiatives
- Represent company at global tech summits
- Mentor junior futurists in foresight methodologies
- Competitive analysis against next-gen tech players
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy/product management
- Expertise in AI/ML or quantum computing ecosystems
- Proven track record of launching category-defining products
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/Engineering
- Published research in IEEE or Nature journals
- Experience securing $10M+ in venture funding
- Fluency in futures forecasting frameworks
- Proficiency in Python and data visualization tools