Job Description
Join Quantum Leap Innovations as we pioneer the frontier of 2026's technological landscape. We seek a visionary AI Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and transform how humanity interacts with artificial intelligence. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge research and business strategy, requiring deep technical acumen coupled with futurist thinking. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and global policy makers to shape ethical AI frameworks that will define the next decade.
Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art quantum computing labs, neuro-interactive workspaces, and a dedicated Future Simulation Center where you'll model 2026+ scenarios. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic AI roadmaps targeting 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in designing ethical AI governance frameworks for global deployment
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging AI paradigms (quantum neural networks, sentient AI)
- Partner with policy advisors to shape regulatory landscapes for autonomous systems
- Architect human-AI symbiosis protocols for healthcare, climate, and education sectors
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and venture capital partners
- Author white papers on AI existential risk mitigation strategies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurist Studies with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record in scaling AI systems to 10M+ user deployments
- Deep expertise in transformer architectures, quantum machine learning, and neuromorphic computing
- Published research in Nature/Science on AI ethics or consciousness studies
- Experience with UN-level policy development for emerging technologies
- Proficiency in future simulation tools (e.g., AnyLogic, Stella)
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic for international stakeholder engagement
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ AI systems with societal impact metrics