Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to navigate emerging paradigms in quantum computing, AI ethics, and decentralized infrastructure. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform theoretical concepts into scalable innovations that redefine industry standards.
Why InnovateNext? Our incubation lab partners with Fortune 500 companies to prototype solutions for 2026's technological landscape. Enjoy unparalleled R&D resources, quarterly innovation retreats, and equity in breakthrough ventures.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps integrating quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Lead cross-functional teams prototyping next-gen blockchain architectures
- Establish ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making algorithms
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D funding through stakeholder presentations
- Monitor global tech policy shifts to inform strategic pivots
- Author white papers on 2026's computing paradigm shifts
- Mentor junior futurists in speculative design methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in emerging tech strategy with 5+ in futurist roles
- Published research in quantum computing or AI ethics (IEEE/ACM)
- Proven track record scaling R&D budgets >$3M annually
- Expertise in speculative design and scenario planning frameworks
- PhD in Computer Science or equivalent innovation leadership
- Deep understanding of Web3.0 and decentralized governance models
- Portfolio of implemented future-tech roadmaps (2018-2025)