Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we build the future of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect next-generation solutions that redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a unique blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype breakthrough technologies while ensuring alignment with emerging market trends and sustainability imperatives. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic, innovation-driven culture where your ideas can shape tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic technology roadmapping for 2026+ innovations across AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Develop actionable frameworks for integrating future tech into enterprise ecosystems
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype and validate next-gen solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Drive innovation workshops to cultivate future-ready organizational capabilities
- Analyze global tech policy implications for long-term strategic planning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in future-tech planning
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
- Exceptional communication with ability to translate complex concepts
- Track record of launching innovative products/services
- Certification in technology management or innovation strategy preferred