Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the digital landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect transformative solutions that will redefine industries. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, technical expertise, and strategic execution to pioneer breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
InnovateNext offers a cutting-edge environment where your ideas will fuel real-world impact. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers to build the future, today. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs, flexible workspaces, and a culture that celebrates bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with emerging market trends and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Present future technology frameworks to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Drive ethics-by-design principles in all technological development initiatives
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets for experimental technology incubation
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futuristics
- 8+ years experience in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Expertise in quantum computing, neuromorphic systems, or biotechnology convergence
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on emerging technology trends
- Proven track record of launching technologies with $100M+ market impact
- Deep understanding of regulatory landscapes for next-gen tech deployment
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management