Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive innovation across emerging domains. This role combines deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to transform groundbreaking concepts into market-defining solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to shape the next generation of digital experiences.
Why InnovateNext? We're a Silicon Valley trailblack investing $500M+ in quantum computing, synthetic biology, and neural interfaces. Our teams work in state-of-the-art labs with unlimited resources to pioneer solutions that impact billions.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to prototype and validate emerging technologies
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify breakthrough technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Present innovation frameworks to executive stakeholders and investors
- Manage $2M+ annual R&D portfolio for experimental technology projects
- Author thought leadership papers on future tech implications for society
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech domains
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Proven track record of launching at least two breakthrough technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, or synthetic biology
- Experience with scenario planning and technology impact assessment
- Strong network within DARPA, NASA, or similar innovation ecosystems
- Published research in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier journals