Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, shaping how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-integrated systems, AI ethics frameworks, and sustainable tech solutions that define the next decade.
Our Austin headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for breakthrough thinking, with state-of-the-art labs and collaborative spaces designed for paradigm-shifting work. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps integrating quantum computing, biotech convergence, and decentralized AI
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and quantum research centers
- Drive sustainability initiatives in tech lifecycle management and circular economy models
- Present visionary strategies to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging tech methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with proven 5+ year horizon forecasting
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neuromorphic engineering
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- PhD in Computer Science, Bioengineering, or related field
- Experience scaling tech ventures from concept to market
- Proficiency in scenario planning and risk mitigation for emerging tech
- Track record of securing $10M+ in innovation funding