Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the digital landscape for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap, driving innovation in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This role offers unparalleled influence in defining how humanity interacts with emerging technologies.
As a key member of our C-suite think tank, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, disrupt Silicon Valley norms, and lead cross-functional initiatives that will define the next decade of tech. Our Austin campus features cutting-edge labs, unlimited R&D budgets, and a culture where moonshot thinking is celebrated daily.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with global sustainability and AI ethics frameworks
- Lead quantum-AI hybrid system integration projects with $50M+ annual budgets
- Establish strategic partnerships with DARPA, NASA, and top EU research institutions
- Chair the Future Tech Ethics Council, developing industry-wide governance protocols
- Oversee commercialization of 3+ emerging technologies annually
- Mentor next-gen tech futurists through our Innovation Fellowship Program
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field with 10+ years strategic experience
- Proven track record scaling AI/quantum technologies from research to market
- Expertise in futures forecasting methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- Published research in Nature/Science on emerging tech implications
- Security clearance (Top Secret/SCI) or ability to obtain
- Fluency in Mandarin, German, or Japanese for global collaboration