Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. Shape how industries adopt quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech while leading cross-functional teams through disruptive innovation.
As a key architect in our R&D division, you'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to develop next-gen frameworks that balance cutting-edge capabilities with human-centric design. This hybrid role combines strategic foresight with hands-on prototyping in our state-of-the-art innovation lab.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for quantum-AI convergence systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping sustainable tech solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging threats/opportunities in 2026+ tech landscapes
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-driven methodologies
- Author thought leadership on future tech policy implications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic tech planning with 5+ years in emerging tech
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/Engineering with quantum/AI focus
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and futures research methodologies
- Certification in sustainable tech frameworks (e.g., GRI, ISO 14064)
- Experience leading teams through radical transformation
- Published work in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier-1 journals
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing simulators