Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital ecosystems today. In this role, you'll bridge emerging innovations with market needs, driving our mission to redefine human-machine interaction. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to prototype, test, and scale breakthrough solutions while maintaining ethical frameworks for sustainable tech deployment. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in 2026+ markets
- Conduct competitive analysis and patent landscape reviews for emerging tech domains
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human augmentation technologies
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage innovation budgets for prototyping and pilot programs
- Author thought leadership on future technology paradigms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with 5+ years in emerging tech
- Proven track record launching at least two breakthrough products/services
- Expertise in AI governance, quantum applications, or neurotech integration
- Published research or patents in future-focused technology domains
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Strong network within DARPA, IEEE, or equivalent innovation ecosystems