Job Description
Join InnovateNext at the forefront of technological evolution as we build the infrastructure for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role sits at the intersection of emerging tech, market analysis, and long-term innovation planning, where your insights will directly shape the future of how humanity interacts with technology.
At InnovateNext, we don't just predict the future – we create it. Our multidisciplinary teams work in state-of-the-art labs across San Francisco, leveraging AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech to solve tomorrow's challenges today. This is your opportunity to lead transformative projects that will define the next decade of technological advancement.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with global market trends and emerging innovations
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (AR/VR, quantum applications, AI ethics frameworks)
- Analyze disruptive technologies and their potential societal impacts through data-driven research
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-ready strategies into business operations
- Present visionary concepts to investors and industry partners at global innovation summits
- Mentor junior strategists in foresight methodologies and technological forecasting
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer breakthrough technologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Computer Science, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in technology strategy or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 experience
- Deep expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, sustainable tech
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products with $50M+ revenue impact
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight (e.g., WFS, APF)
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience at global tech conferences (CES, Web Summit)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful technology roadmaps implemented 2020-2025