Job Description
Shape the future at QuantumLeap Labs! We're seeking an AI Futurist Director to architect our 2026 roadmap for transformative AI integration. Join our award-winning team at the forefront of quantum computing and predictive analytics, where your vision will directly influence $500M+ in R&D investments.
As a key member of our executive council, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers to redefine industry standards. Enjoy unparalleled benefits: equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible hybrid work in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation campus.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026 AI implementation strategies across healthcare, logistics, and climate tech sectors
- Establish KPIs for ethical AI governance frameworks aligned with evolving global regulations
- Forge strategic partnerships with top academic institutions (MIT, Stanford, ETH Zurich) for cutting-edge research
- Present quarterly roadmaps to C-suite and board members with ROI projections
- Manage $2M+ annual budget for AI innovation initiatives
- Mentor senior data scientists and AI ethics specialists
- Author thought leadership pieces for IEEE and Nature journals
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years experience
- Proven track record scaling AI initiatives at Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in quantum machine learning and predictive modeling
- Published research in top-tier journals (NeurIPS, ICML) with 50+ citations
- Experience managing international teams across 3+ time zones
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks
- Expertise in regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA, EU AI Act)
- Public speaking at major tech conferences (Web Summit, AWS re:Invent)