Job Description
Shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. InnovateNext Labs seeks a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation ecosystem. Lead groundbreaking initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech while mentoring teams to build solutions for 2026 and beyond.
Join our elite R&D division where you'll pioneer digital transformation strategies for Fortune 500 partners, drive patent development, and represent our brand at global tech summits. This hybrid role offers unparalleled impact in Austin's thriving innovation corridor.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps focusing on 2026 market readiness
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI and IoT systems
- Research emerging tech trends (quantum, bio-computing, neural interfaces)
- Strategize sustainable tech implementations for Fortune 500 clients
- Mentor innovation labs and patent development initiatives
- Present future-tech strategies to C-suite executives and investors
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on forward-looking research projects
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in future-tech planning
- Expertise in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech
- Published author in technology foresight or innovation management
- Proven success scaling R&D initiatives to commercial deployment
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/Engineering preferred
- Experience with patent development and tech commercialization
- Track record speaking at global tech conferences (Web Summit, CES)