Job Description
Are you ready to architect the future? InnovateNext Labs seeks a visionary Future Technology Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap and beyond. Join our elite team in shaping next-gen solutions at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical foresight and strategic execution to position our company as the industry's thought leader. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to transform disruptive concepts into market-defining products. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of technology and possess the ambition to redefine industries, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating emerging technologies (quantum, AR/VR, biotech convergence)
- Conduct competitive analysis and scenario planning to identify disruptive opportunities
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and Fortune 500 innovators
- Present technology vision to investors, board members, and industry thought leaders
- Drive innovation culture through hackathons, R&D sprints, and patent development
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and their implications on business strategy
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic technology planning with 5+ years in emerging tech roles
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products valued at $100M+
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence technologies
- Executive experience in Fortune 500 or hyper-growth tech scale-ups
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech specialization
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry whitepapers
- Strong network of C-level relationships across Silicon Valley and global tech hubs
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies