Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the 2026 digital frontier. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect solutions that will define the next generation of human-computer interaction. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing quantum-resistant security frameworks, AI ethics protocols, and immersive metaverse experiences that prioritize human-centric innovation.
This role demands a blend of technical acumen and strategic foresight, working with Fortune 500 partners to prototype technologies that will shape global industries by 2026. Enjoy competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art lab environment where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum computing integration and post-quantum cryptography
- Lead ethical AI framework design for autonomous systems and generative AI
- Architect decentralized identity solutions for Web3 ecosystems
- Collaborate with neuromodulation researchers on brain-computer interfaces
- Prototype spatial computing experiences for enterprise metaverse platforms
- Conduct horizon-scanning for emerging threats in quantum and synthetic biology
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives and industry consortiums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech (quantum/AI/metaverse)
- Proven track record of scaling tech initiatives from concept to market
- Deep expertise in ethical AI frameworks and responsible innovation
- Published research in IEEE or ACM journals on future technologies
- Certification in quantum computing fundamentals or equivalent experience
- Experience with regulatory compliance for emerging technologies (NIST, ISO/IEC)
- Fluency in at least one quantum programming language (Qiskit, Cirq) or metaverse SDK
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred