Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological frontier of 2026! We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role demands a blend of cutting-edge technical expertise and business acumen to shape our innovation roadmap. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum computing applications, AI-driven sustainability solutions, and immersive metaverse experiences that will define the next decade. Our Austin headquarters offers a collaborative environment where your ideas will directly impact global tech trends.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market predictions
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and spatial computing
- Partner with C-suite to transform strategic vision into actionable tech portfolios
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Build and lead a specialized innovation lab focused on 2026 use cases
- Present tech strategy to executive stakeholders and industry conferences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy or R&D leadership with future-focused projects
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, generative AI, or spatial technologies
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products/services
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience developing ethical frameworks for emerging technologies
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to forecast tech adoption curves
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or future studies