Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the next generation of digital experiences. This pivotal role requires strategic foresight to anticipate technological shifts and drive innovation across emerging domains. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps that position our company as the industry leader in post-2025 tech landscapes.
What you'll achieve:
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping AI-driven solutions for 2026 market needs
- Establish strategic partnerships with quantum computing and neurotech pioneers
- Transform cutting-edge research into scalable commercial applications
- Present compelling future-state visions to global stakeholders
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology) for commercial viability
- Lead R&D initiatives in decentralized autonomous systems
- Create predictive models for technology adoption curves
- Present strategic briefings to board members and investors
- Mentor junior futurists on foresight methodologies
- Identify and mitigate ethical implications of emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, AGI, or bio-integrated systems
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight (Harvard/MIT/Stanford preferred)
- Experience developing multi-year tech roadmaps with 95%+ accuracy
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Fluency in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies