Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the paradigm shifts of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role sits at the intersection of emerging technologies, market disruption, and sustainable innovation, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethics specialists, and sustainable tech pioneers to build the infrastructure that will define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps integrating quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, and decentralized systems
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging threats and opportunities in the 2026 tech landscape
- Advise C-suite on tech investment strategies aligned with long-term sustainability goals
- Author white papers on the societal impact of 2026 technology trends
- Manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Establish ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI collaboration
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with proven impact on future-facing initiatives
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum computing, bio-AI, or neurotech)
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological disruption
- Experience with scenario planning for geopolitical and climate-related tech disruptions
- Strong background in ethical AI governance and sustainable tech design
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism (PhD preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating technology strategy implementations with measurable outcomes
- Proficiency in futures research methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning)