Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Tech Futurist Lead to define our next-generation innovation roadmap, bridging cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions. This role demands a strategic thinker who can anticipate industry shifts and drive technological adoption across quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech infrastructures.
As a key member of our C-suite strategy team, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives, partner with global R&D centers, and shape the future of human-machine collaboration. Our culture values audacious thinking, rapid prototyping, and ethical tech deployment.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Lead scenario planning for emerging tech disruptions (Web4, decentralized AI, neurointerfaces)
- Partner with product teams to incubate 2026-viable prototypes
- Establish ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and quantum algorithms
- Represent company at global tech foresight forums (Web Summit, CES, etc.)
- Mentor innovation teams on future-proofing methodologies
- Analyze geopolitical tech policies and their commercial implications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in future-tech roles
- Published research on AI ethics, quantum computing, or climate tech
- Experience leading cross-continental innovation teams (200+ personnel)
- Deep understanding of Web3/DeFi infrastructure and regulatory landscapes
- Expertise in technology adoption lifecycle modeling
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Foresight Platform, Kumu)
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Systems Thinking, or Futurism