Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Future Tech Strategist to architect our next-generation technology roadmap. This pivotal role demands forward-thinking expertise to identify and implement emerging technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to pioneer solutions in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech infrastructure. Our Austin headquarters offers an incubator environment where your innovations will directly shape the future of human-machine interaction.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum AI, neuro-interfaces, climate tech) for 2026 market readiness
- Develop cross-functional implementation strategies for next-gen digital infrastructure
- Lead 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with ESG and regulatory frameworks
- Partner with MIT and Stanford labs on pioneering research initiatives
- Present foresight briefings to board members and Fortune 500 clients
- Manage a $5M innovation fund for experimental tech incubation
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/Engineering with 10+ years in tech strategy
- Published research in Nature/Science on emerging technologies
- Proven track record scaling quantum/AI initiatives from prototype to production
- Deep expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems
- Experience advising G20 governments on tech policy
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages
- Portfolio of deployed solutions impacting >1M users