Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the digital landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to define next-generation paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and decentralized systems. This role demands a pioneer who thrives at the intersection of innovation and practical implementation, transforming futuristic concepts into scalable solutions that will shape humanity's technological trajectory.
Why join us? Our incubator environment offers unparalleled resources to prototype breakthrough technologies with direct impact on Fortune 500 partners and emerging startups. Benefit from equity participation, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates calculated risk-taking.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps for AI/ML, Web3, and quantum computing ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping emergent technologies (AR/VR, neuromorphic chips)
- Conduct foresight analysis on regulatory, ethical, and societal implications of 2026 tech
- Develop strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite executives and venture capital partners
- Drive patent development for proprietary AI and blockchain methodologies
- Curate annual 'Tech Horizon 2026' symposium series
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in emerging technologies (AI/blockchain/quantum)
- Proven track record launching at least one industry-shaping tech initiative
- Deep expertise in futurist methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology preferred
- Published thought leadership in IEEE Nature or similar tier-1 journals
- Fluency in at least one quantum programming framework (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience scaling tech ventures from concept to $100M+ valuation
- Certification in AI Ethics (e.g., IEEE 7000) or Blockchain Governance