Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological frontier of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. In this role, you'll drive innovation across emerging technologies while shaping our product roadmap for the post-2025 ecosystem. Collaborate with elite teams in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech to build solutions that redefine human potential.
This position offers unparalleled opportunities to influence the next wave of digital transformation while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that thrives on cutting-edge experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections and societal trends
- Lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing, AI governance, and climate-tech integration
- Conduct scenario planning for emerging tech disruptions (Web4, Neural Interfaces, etc.)
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
- Present tech strategy insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor junior strategists in future-thinking methodologies
- Monitor global tech policy shifts affecting 2026 innovation landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic tech planning with proven 5-year roadmap execution
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, etc.)
- Experience with scenario planning tools and futures methodologies
- Executive communication skills with ability to articulate complex tech concepts
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership on 2025+ technology trends
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Forecasting
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on multi-year tech strategy initiatives