Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our 2026+ roadmap and drive disruptive innovation in emerging tech ecosystems. As a key architect of our digital transformation, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, shaping how industries adapt to the next wave of technological disruption.
Why Join Us? Our Austin-based incubator partners with Fortune 500 leaders and disruptive startups to pioneer quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech solutions. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, competitive equity packages, and a culture that celebrates bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions with venture partners
- Analyze emerging tech trends to identify billion-dollar market opportunities
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and investment committees
- Drive innovation sprints with MIT/Stanford research collaborators
- Scale pilot programs into enterprise-grade solutions with Fortune 500 clients
- Establish ethical frameworks for responsible AI and quantum deployment
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in emerging technologies (AI/quantum/biotech)
- Proven track record of scaling innovations from R&D to commercialization
- Expertise in technology forecasting and scenario planning methodologies
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on digital transformation
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Strategy
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, neural networks, and synthetic biology
- Certified in AI Ethics (e.g., IEEE or ACM certification)
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation journals