Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Dynamics to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Lead to spearhead groundbreaking projects that will redefine human-technology interaction. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution, requiring you to map emerging tech trajectories (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and integrate them into scalable business solutions.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical concepts into market-ready innovations. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and global policy shapers to build the infrastructure for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government labs
- Quantify market readiness and ROI for emerging technologies
- Create policy recommendations for ethical AI deployment in 2026+ ecosystems
- Mentor junior futurists using proprietary foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with proven impact on future-oriented projects
- Advanced degree in Futurology, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Published research on AI ethics or quantum computing applications
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology adoption curves
- Track record of scaling innovations from concept to commercialization
- Security clearance preferred (US citizenship required)
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)