Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions as a 2026 Future Tech Strategist and architect our next-generation technology roadmap. This pivotal role demands visionary thinking to identify emerging trends, develop cutting-edge strategies, and position our company at the forefront of technological evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable initiatives that drive market leadership.
As a key member of our innovation team, you'll analyze global tech shifts, anticipate industry disruptions, and design frameworks for 2026 and beyond. This position offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of digital transformation while working with world-class talent in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and develop 5-year strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops to identify breakthrough opportunities
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market potential
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Monitor competitive landscape and anticipate disruptive threats/opportunities
- Develop KPI frameworks for measuring long-term innovation success
- Build external partnerships with research institutions and thought leaders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech foresight
- Proven track record developing multi-year tech strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies with published thought leadership
- Advanced degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management preferred