Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for the 2026 horizon. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect transformative frameworks that will redefine industries. This role demands a blend of foresight, technical acumen, and creative problem-solving to navigate emerging paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech.
Our Austin hub fosters a culture of bold experimentation where your insights will directly shape product roadmaps and market entry strategies. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and UN sustainability experts to build the next generation of human-centric technologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across aerospace, biotech, and clean energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Establish ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify breakthrough startups for strategic acquisition
- Deliver keynote presentations at Davos and Web Summit on future tech implications
- Mentor junior futurists through our 'Horizon Scanning' accelerator program
- Author white papers on metaverse interoperability standards for IEEE
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurism (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in strategic tech planning with demonstrable impact on product launches
- Published research in Nature or Science on exponential technology trends
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing architectures
- Deep understanding of UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030 framework
- Experience with DARPA/IARPA grant applications for emerging tech
- Portfolio showcasing at least three commercialized future-tech innovations
- Security clearance eligibility for government collaboration projects