Job Description
Join Quantum Leap Innovations as a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the digital frontier. We're seeking a strategic pioneer to decode emerging tech trends, build innovation roadmaps, and position our organization at the vanguard of the next tech revolution. This role merges foresight with execution, transforming theoretical possibilities into market-defining realities.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to develop 5-year strategic frameworks. Ideal candidates thrive in ambiguity, possess cross-disciplinary expertise, and can articulate complex technological paradigms with executive clarity. Our San Francisco hub offers unmatched resources for talent development and industry impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and decentralized systems
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives and market opportunities
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable initiatives
- Establish strategic partnerships with research institutions and emerging tech startups
- Present technology forecasts to stakeholders with compelling data-driven narratives
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting tech adoption landscapes
- Build internal innovation frameworks for rapid prototyping and validation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with documented impact
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging technology domains (e.g., AGI, neuromorphic computing)
- Executive-level presentation skills with experience influencing C-suite decisions
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Futures Studies, or related field
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting or innovation strategy
- Certification in strategic foresight or technology assessment preferred
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies and trend impact analysis