Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the digital landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect next-generation solutions that will redefine industries. This hybrid role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring you to anticipate emerging trends and translate them into actionable roadmaps. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethicists, and sustainable tech innovators to build the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Our San Francisco headquarters offers unparalleled resources including a quantum computing lab, neuro-interface development center, and climate modeling supercomputers. This position reports directly to our Chief Futurist and includes executive-level exposure to Fortune 500 partners.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 technology adoption roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and sustainable infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional workshops with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Analyze geopolitical and market shifts to identify strategic opportunities
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite executives and board members
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify emerging startups for acquisition
- Establish ethical frameworks for next-generation autonomous systems
- Author annual 'Tech Horizon 2026' industry report
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with demonstrable impact on future-facing initiatives
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, or climate tech
- Published research in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier-1 journals
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Physics, or Futures Studies
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools and predictive modeling
- Portfolio of implemented future-tech strategies (2018-2023)