Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending emerging technologies with human-centric innovation. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen solutions while maintaining ethical AI frameworks and sustainable design principles. This role offers unparalleled exposure to quantum computing, biotech integration, and metaverse development within our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps aligning with market disruption forecasts
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AR/VR ecosystems, and neuro-interfaces
- Partner with C-suite to shape innovation budgets and patent strategies
- Curate future-proof talent pipelines through university partnerships and hackathons
- Author whitepapers on tech ethics and regulatory compliance for emerging industries
- Drive adoption of circular economy principles in tech lifecycle management
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with 3+ years in emerging tech
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Futures Studies, or related field
- Proven track record in scaling tech ventures through exponential growth phases
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, decentralized systems
- Published thought leadership on technological singularity or human-machine symbiosis
- Fluency in scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Portfolio of implemented future-tech initiatives with measurable ROI