Job Description
Are you ready to architect the future? InnovateNext Labs seeks a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to lead our next-generation innovation initiatives. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker who can anticipate technological disruptions and transform them into market-leading solutions. Join our elite team in San Francisco, where we're pioneering breakthroughs that will define the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute technology roadmaps for 2026+ market disruptions
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum computing and AI-driven systems
- Analyze emerging tech trends (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology) for commercial viability
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government labs
- Present future tech visions to C-suite executives and venture capitalists
- Drive innovation sprints focused on sustainable tech solutions
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or scale-up experience
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products (3+ major launches)
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurist Studies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier tech publications
- Security clearance preferred for government collaboration projects