Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. This role demands strategic foresight to navigate quantum computing, AI ethics, and decentralized systems while shaping our 5-year innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers to transform theoretical breakthroughs into market-ready solutions.
Our San Francisco headquarters offers unparalleled resources including a quantum lab, AI development pods, and direct access to venture capital networks. This hybrid position combines deep technical analysis with executive-level strategic planning.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps for 2026-2030 quantum/AI convergence
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Analyze emerging tech disruptions (quantum supremacy, neuromorphic chips, synthetic biology)
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board of directors
- Partner with Stanford/MIT research initiatives on future-focused projects
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Secure $10M+ in innovation grants for forward-looking R&D
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or related field
- 10+ years in emerging technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Published research in quantum computing or AI ethics
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting
- Deep understanding of blockchain, IoT, and biotech convergence
- Track record of scaling tech initiatives from concept to market
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation
- Portfolio of 2026+ technology impact analyses