Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs to architect the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist to lead our strategic innovation initiatives, shaping how emerging technologies will transform industries over the next decade. This role requires a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and creative leadership to navigate the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and human augmentation.
As a pioneer in our innovation division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to develop future-proof strategies. Your work will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and ethical frameworks for AI deployment in the 2026 ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for AI/ML advancements through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 5-year market projections
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen AI applications
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI collaboration
- Present future scenarios to stakeholders and guide adoption strategies
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints focused on 2026 capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in AI/ML strategy or tech innovation leadership
- Proven track record in forecasting technology impacts (2020-2025)
- Expertise in quantum computing, neuromorphic systems, or AGI research
- Published thought leadership on AI ethics or future-of-work dynamics
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on digital transformation
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Futures Studies, or related field