Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we redefine the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect next-gen solutions at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This pivotal role demands an architect of possibilities—someone who thrives in ambiguity and transforms emerging trends into actionable blueprints.
As a cornerstone of our innovation division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup founders, and government agencies to shape tomorrow's digital infrastructure. If you're energized by prototyping the future and possess an insatiable curiosity for technological evolution, we invite you to pioneer the next wave of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year tech roadmaps for AI/quantum convergence
- Lead cross-disciplinary R&D initiatives with $10M+ budgets
- Identify and evaluate breakthrough technologies for portfolio integration
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Present future-vision briefings to C-suite and international stakeholders
- Mentor next-gen technologists in innovation methodologies
- Secure strategic partnerships with global research institutions
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy with 5+ in emerging tech
- Proven track record of scaling AI/quantum initiatives
- PhD in Computer Science or equivalent demonstrable expertise
- Published research in Nature/Science on future technologies
- Deep knowledge of Web3, neuromorphic computing, and climate tech
- Experience with federal tech policy and regulatory landscapes
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning abilities