Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our next-gen innovation roadmap. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, shaping how businesses and societies adapt to emerging paradigms like quantum computing, neural interfaces, and sustainable AI. You'll lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough solutions while ensuring ethical implementation and commercial viability.
Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and rapid iteration. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup founders, and Fortune 500 executives in our state-of-the-art downtown campus. Benefits include equity grants, unlimited learning stipends, and sabbaticals dedicated to future-focused research.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security systems
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on AI ethics and regulatory frameworks
- Architect sustainable tech ecosystems for climate resilience
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget for emerging tech experiments
- Partner with academia to shape next-gen engineering curricula
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in future-focused roles
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven track record in scaling quantum/AI initiatives
- Deep expertise in regulatory tech (RegTech) and ethical AI frameworks
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester)
- Fluency in at least one programming language (Python preferred)