Job Description
Join InnovateNext at the forefront of technological evolution as we redefine industries for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge AI implementation with sustainable innovation frameworks, driving our mission to create human-centric solutions that shape tomorrow's landscape. Collaborate with global R&D teams to prototype breakthrough technologies while ensuring ethical scalability across our product portfolio. Your strategic foresight will directly influence our $2B innovation roadmap and position us as industry pioneers in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Architect long-term technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market predictions and regulatory shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in implementing AI/ML-driven automation systems for operational resilience
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Develop sustainability frameworks for circular tech adoption across all product lifecycles
- Forge strategic partnerships with quantum computing and neurotech innovators
- Present technology strategies to C-suite and board stakeholders with data-backed ROI projections
- Mentor junior strategists in future-proof methodologies and ethical tech governance
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech ecosystems
- Proven track record of scaling AI/ML initiatives in Fortune 500 environments
- Deep expertise in blockchain, quantum computing, or neurotechnology implementation
- Certified Futurist (CF) or equivalent foresight methodology training
- Experience with ESG compliance frameworks for tech innovation
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with visualization mastery (Tableau/Power BI)
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Prior experience in Austin's tech ecosystem strongly preferred