Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and drive disruptive solutions that will redefine industries. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, requiring you to anticipate quantum computing breakthroughs, AI ethical frameworks, and sustainable tech paradigms. Collaborate with global R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions while securing our position as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a 3-year technology strategy aligning with 2026 market projections and regulatory landscapes
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security protocols and neural-augmented interfaces
- Analyze emerging tech disruptions (AGI, synthetic biology, climate modeling) for commercial opportunities
- Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI deployment and autonomous system accountability
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and policy think tanks shaping 2026 tech standards
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and investors to secure $50M+ R&D funding allocation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with proven impact on enterprise-scale innovation
- Expertise in quantum computing, generative AI, or climate tech ecosystems
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work implications (2025-2030)
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Futures Studies (e.g., APF, Foresight Practitioner)
- Experience securing patents for emerging tech (minimum 3 issued patents)
- Mastery of scenario planning tools and horizon scanning methodologies
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies preferred