Job Description
Shape tomorrow's digital landscape as our 2026 Technology Futurist. At InnovateNext Labs, we're pioneering the next wave of technological disruption, and we need visionary minds to chart our course into the post-quantum era. Join our elite R&D team in Austin's innovation hub, where you'll architect breakthrough solutions for AI ethics, autonomous systems, and human-machine symbiosis. This is your opportunity to redefine what's possible in the coming technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic technology roadmapping for 2026+ digital transformation initiatives
- Research and evaluate emerging quantum computing, neural interface, and decentralized tech paradigms
- Develop ethical frameworks for next-gen AI and autonomous decision systems
- Collaborate with C-suite executives on future-proofing organizational tech infrastructure
- Author white papers and thought leadership on post-2026 technology trends
- Mentor cross-functional teams in adopting forward-thinking digital strategies
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy with focus on emerging tech ecosystems
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field required
- Proven track record in scaling AI/ML systems at enterprise level
- Deep expertise in blockchain, quantum algorithms, and human-computer interaction
- Certifications in ethics governance for autonomous systems (IEEE/ISO standards)
- Published research in top-tier journals on future technology implications
- Experience with federal tech policy and regulatory frameworks