Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as a 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital frontier today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to lead our innovation roadmap for the post-2025 technological landscape. This hybrid role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, shaping how businesses navigate AI, quantum computing, and next-gen human-computer interfaces.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-proof technology frameworks while mentoring a cross-functional team of engineers and designers. Our San Francisco headquarters offers unparalleled access to Silicon Valley's ecosystem of disruptors and investors.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic planning for 2026+ technology adoption across enterprise clients
- Research and evaluate emerging tech trends (quantum AI, neural interfaces, decentralized systems)
- Develop predictive models for technology lifecycle management
- Design innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 partners
- Present future-vision briefings to executive stakeholders
- Mentor cross-functional teams in next-gen tech implementation
- Author whitepapers on 2026 technology predictions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or blockchain ecosystems
- Proven track record of leading enterprise-scale digital transformation
- PhD in Computer Science or equivalent technical innovation experience
- Published research on future technology scenarios (2018-2025)
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills