Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 technology. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role blends cutting-edge research with pragmatic implementation, transforming emerging trends into scalable solutions that redefine industries.
At our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley disruptors to shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. We offer unparalleled resources, competitive equity packages, and the autonomy to drive revolutionary projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, neuro-interfaces, synthetic biology) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation digital products
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Drive innovation through competitive intelligence and patent strategy
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Proven track record of launching AI/quantum/neurotech initiatives
- Deep expertise in technology forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Published research in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier journals
- Security clearance (Top Secret) preferred