Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological frontier of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can anticipate industry shifts, drive innovation roadmaps, and transform emerging concepts into market-ready solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable frameworks for AI integration, quantum computing adoption, and sustainable tech deployment.
Why InnovateNext? We're a Silicon Valley trailblack investing $500M in 2026-tech R&D. Enjoy competitive equity, flexible hybrid work, and access to our state-of-the-art FutureLab incubator.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market predictions
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (biotech, nanotech, Web4.0)
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage $2M+ innovation budget for pilot projects
- Establish partnerships with academic labs and tech pioneers
- Author annual 'FutureTech Outlook' industry reports
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, or synthetic biology
- Proven track record of launching scalable tech products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Published research on 2026+ technology trends (IEEE/MIT preferred)
- Strong financial modeling for tech ROI analysis
- Experience with agile transformation in Fortune 500 environments
- Security clearance for DoD/NASA collaborative projects