Job Description
Join QuantumLeap Ventures at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary Futuristic Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. Shape the future of technology by bridging cutting-edge research with market-ready innovations in our state-of-the-art Austin hub.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to transform emerging technologies into disruptive products. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit to position QuantumLeap as the industry's innovation pioneer.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation strategies targeting 2026 market disruptions
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Analyze emerging tech trends to identify high-impact investment opportunities
- Collaborate with R&D to translate theoretical concepts into scalable solutions
- Present innovation roadmaps to C-suite and venture partners
- Drive patent development and intellectual property strategy
Qualifications
- 10+ years in product strategy or innovation leadership at tech-forward companies
- Proven track record launching market-defining products with 2026+ vision
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Innovation
- Experience securing $10M+ in innovation funding or partnerships
- Published thought leadership in future-tech publications
- Strategic consulting background preferred