Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the 2026 digital frontier. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect transformative solutions that will define the next decade of innovation. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring someone who thrives in ambiguity and turns futuristic concepts into market-ready realities. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams across AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology to shape our 2026 roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with emerging trends and market disruption
- Lead horizon scanning for breakthrough technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Design strategic frameworks for ethical AI adoption and quantum integration
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Present future-vision briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build competitive advantage through patent strategy and tech ecosystem mapping
- Drive innovation workshops with Fortune 500 partners
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends (quantum, AGI, neuromorphic computing)
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Strong stakeholder management across executive and technical teams
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (IEEE, ACM, or equivalent)
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Innovation Management preferred