Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as a 2026 Tech Futurist and help shape tomorrow's digital landscape today. We're seeking visionary professionals to pioneer next-generation solutions in AI ethics, quantum computing integration, and sustainable tech infrastructure. This role sits at the intersection of innovation and responsibility, requiring you to anticipate technological disruptions and develop scalable frameworks for the post-2025 era.
In this strategic position, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to prototype future-proof systems, conduct horizon-scanning research, and translate emerging technologies into actionable business strategies. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where cutting-edge ideas meet real-world implementation.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives mapping tech evolution through 2030
- Design ethical frameworks for AI and automation deployment
- Develop quantum-computing integration blueprints for enterprise systems
- Conduct scenario planning for climate-resilient infrastructure
- Mentor cross-functional teams in emerging tech adoption
- Produce whitepapers influencing industry standards post-2025
- Build partnerships with academic and research institutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation or strategic foresight
- Expertise in quantum computing or AI ethics frameworks
- Proven track record in scenario planning and trend analysis
- Strong background in sustainable technology systems
- PhD or Master's in relevant technical field
- Published research in peer-reviewed tech journals
- Certification in futures thinking or strategic foresight
- Experience with agile development in emerging tech domains