Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect solutions that will redefine industries by the mid-2020s. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage emerging technologies to create sustainable frameworks for our rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Our Austin-based hub fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration where quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech converge. You'll work with Nobel laureates, serial entrepreneurs, and government liaisons to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready innovations.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps aligning with UN SDGs and national innovation policies
- Lead quantum-AI hybrid system integration for climate modeling initiatives
- Architect ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous decision-making systems
- Coordinate public-private partnerships for smart city infrastructure deployment
- Manage cross-functional teams of futurists, engineers, and policy experts
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives and government stakeholders
- Monitor global tech trends through our proprietary Horizon Scanning Network
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- 8+ years in strategic tech planning with Fortune 500 or government agencies
- Published research on quantum applications or AI ethics (IEEE/Nature)
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming frameworks
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Palisade @Risk, Causal Mapping)
- Clearances for DoD/NASA collaborative projects preferred
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement