Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We seek an AI Futurist to architect the next generation of intelligent systems that will redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position our company at the forefront of artificial intelligence evolution. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and global policy experts to develop frameworks that will shape humanity's digital future.
Our San Francisco campus offers unparalleled resources for innovation, including a quantum-computing lab and neuro-interface research facilities. This position reports directly to the Chief Innovation Officer and includes executive-level stakeholder engagement.
Responsibilities
- Architect AI roadmaps targeting 2026+ technological inflection points
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing next-gen neural networks and AGI frameworks
- Advise C-suite on AI ethics, governance, and regulatory compliance strategies
- Pioneer human-AI symbiosis research through neuro-interface projects
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and government AI initiatives
- Develop predictive models for AI-driven market disruptions
- Present strategic AI visions at global innovation forums
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 8+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier AI/neuroscience journals (NeurIPS, Nature AI)
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing
- Track record of deploying production-scale AI systems at scale
- Deep understanding of global AI policy landscapes and ethical frameworks
- Experience leading teams of 15+ technical specialists
- Proven ability to translate complex AI concepts for executive audiences
- Portfolio of 2026+ AI vision frameworks or white papers