Job Description
Join our visionary team at InnovateNext Solutions to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking strategist to lead our next-gen initiatives in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This pivotal role requires a blend of technical expertise and business acumen to transform emerging trends into market-disrupting solutions.
As a Future Technology Strategist, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research partners, and global innovation labs to define our 5-year technology roadmap. You'll be instrumental in identifying breakthrough opportunities, mitigating adoption risks, and positioning our company as the industry's thought leader for the 2026 era.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute technology roadmaps for 2026-2030, focusing on AI ethics, quantum applications, and circular economy tech
- Analyze emerging tech trends (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology) and assess commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for Fortune 500 clients
- Present strategic frameworks to investors and board members securing $50M+ in R&D funding
- Establish partnerships with MIT Media Lab, CERN, and other innovation ecosystems
- Author thought leadership publications in IEEE and Harvard Business Review
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in future-tech forecasting
- Expertise in AI governance frameworks (NIST, EU AI Act) and quantum computing architectures
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products with $100M+ revenue impact
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Deep network in DARPA, NSF, and global innovation hubs
- Certification in Technology Foresight (TFIA) and Agile Innovation
- Published research in Nature Technology or equivalent tier