Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role demands a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and transformative leadership to shape how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with quantum computing specialists, AI ethicists, and sustainable energy innovators to build the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Our San Francisco headquarters sits at the intersection of innovation and impact, where your strategic vision will directly influence global tech adoption. This position offers unparalleled growth opportunities in an environment that values intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, synthetic biology)
- Architect scalable frameworks for ethical AI deployment and digital sovereignty
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and global innovation hubs
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite executives and board members
- Drive innovation sprints focused on sustainable tech solutions for 2026 challenges
- Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning and technology impact assessment
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or unicorn-scale companies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Future Studies
- Proven expertise in emerging tech forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Delphi 2.0)
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management
- Published research on technological disruption or digital transformation
- Experience leading cross-continental R&D initiatives
- Deep understanding of ethical frameworks for autonomous systems
- Portfolio of implemented future-tech roadmaps with measurable ROI