Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Ventures at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of emerging technologies. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, analytical rigor, and creative disruption to position our organization for the next paradigm shift. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate market signals into actionable blueprints that will define success in 2026 and beyond. Your strategic insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and competitive positioning in a rapidly evolving ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives on future market disruptions
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions targeting 2026 use cases
- Build competitive intelligence frameworks for 5-year horizon strategic planning
- Present strategic recommendations to board stakeholders with data-backed narratives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in corporate strategy, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Business Strategy, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through ambiguous strategic pivots
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight preferred