Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's digital revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Future Technologies Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next generation of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Shape the future while working with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley campus.
What you'll achieve: Lead cross-functional teams to develop 3-year technology horizons, secure $2M+ R&D budgets, and launch industry-defining innovations that will define the post-2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum, and climate tech verticals
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with 3-5 year market impact
- Lead stakeholder alignment across C-suite, engineering, and product teams
- Manage $1.5M+ innovation budgets with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Present strategic briefings to investors and industry consortiums
- Mentor junior strategists in future-thinking methodologies
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on joint research initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or climate tech ecosystems
- Proven track record of launching enterprise-scale tech innovations
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight
- Experience securing multi-million dollar R&D budgets
- Published thought leadership in tech strategy publications
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)