Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive transformative innovation. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, positioning you at the intersection of emerging technologies and market disruption.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities, anticipate industry shifts, and translate futuristic concepts into executable blueprints. Our Austin hub offers an incubator environment where your ideas can shape tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 technology roadmap with 5-year horizon planning
- Identify and evaluate emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, bio-digital convergence)
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, product, and design teams
- Develop patent-pending frameworks for next-gen digital ecosystems
- Present strategic vision to C-suite and key stakeholders
- Drive market disruption through radical innovation pipelines
- Establish strategic partnerships with tech pioneers and research institutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record in launching future-focused initiatives
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR, quantum computing)
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong business acumen with ability to quantify innovation ROI
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or related field
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or future studies
- Portfolio of executed strategic projects with measurable impact