Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, shaping how industries adapt to quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Work alongside Nobel laureates and disrupt industry paradigms in our state-of-the-art San Francisco incubator.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-year technology roadmaps integrating quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI governance frameworks
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and policy teams
- Identify emerging tech disruptors through patent analysis and academic partnerships
- Design scalable ethical AI frameworks for enterprise adoption
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and venture capitalists
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-driven KPIs
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab and Stanford HAI on future-focused research
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic tech planning with Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies (quantum/AI/blockchain)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Harvard Business Review
- Deep expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems
- Fluency in tech forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Experience securing $10M+ in innovation grants or venture funding
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and system architecture modeling