Job Description
Shape the Future of Technology
Join InnovateNext Labs as a 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the digital landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary strategists who can decode emerging tech trends and transform them into actionable business advantages. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation, driving our R&D roadmap for the next decade.
As a key member of our Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to prototype next-gen solutions while mentoring a cross-functional team of engineers and designers. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of technology and possess a passion for ethical innovation, this is your opportunity to define the future.
What You'll Achieve: Lead patent filings for 3+ breakthrough technologies annually, establish industry-recognized thought leadership through keynotes, and directly influence $50M+ in R&D investments.
Responsibilities
- Analyze quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, and post-5G networks to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop 10-year technology roadmaps for enterprise clients with ROI projections
- Lead cross-functional labs prototyping AR/VR interfaces for industrial metaverses
- Present trend briefings to C-suite executives at Fortune 500 companies
- Author white papers on ethical AI frameworks and sustainable tech adoption
- Mentor 5-person innovation team in agile development of experimental prototypes
- Secure partnerships with NASA, MIT Media Lab, and EU Quantum Flagship projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or Futurism with 8+ years in tech strategy
- Published research in Nature or IEEE on quantum/AI convergence (3+ papers)
- Proven track record leading $10M+ R&D initiatives from ideation to commercialization
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and biotech
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation platforms
- Keynote speaker at Web Summit or CES (last 3 years)
- Fluency in Mandarin or German for global stakeholder engagement
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ patented technology innovations