Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026! We're seeking a visionary Tech Futurist to shape our next-gen product roadmap and lead cutting-edge R&D initiatives. This hybrid role blends strategic foresight with hands-on innovation, requiring you to anticipate emerging trends and architect solutions for tomorrow's challenges. Work alongside world-class engineers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub, where your ideas will directly impact industries from AI ethics to quantum computing.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (AR/VR, quantum computing, bioinformatics)
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with 3-5 year adoption curves
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and external stakeholders on future tech implications
- Drive innovation through hackathons and collaborative R&D partnerships
- Author whitepapers on AI ethics, metaverse infrastructure, and sustainable tech
- Mentor junior talent in future-thinking methodologies and strategic foresight
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation, R&D, or strategic foresight roles
- Proven track record in emerging technology adoption (quantum, AI, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership in tech journals or major conferences
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment
- Strong network within Silicon Valley innovation ecosystems
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex R&D cycles
- Portfolio showcasing future-focused projects or patents