Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's digital frontier! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role combines strategic foresight with cutting-edge tech implementation, driving our mission to shape the post-2025 digital landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and elite R&D teams to identify emerging paradigms, develop patent-pending frameworks, and deploy solutions that will define the next decade of human-technology symbiosis.
Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources for tech pioneers, including a $50M innovation fund, quantum computing access, and partnerships with NASA and MIT. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to architect humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026+ technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis for emerging tech disruptions
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through visionary proposal development
- Present strategic briefings to Fortune 500 partners and government agencies
- Drive patent strategy for breakthrough technologies with 10+ IP filings/year
- Mentor a team of 15+ futurist researchers and engineers
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in future-tech forecasting
- Proven track record of launching $50M+ tech initiatives
- Deep expertise in AI ethics, quantum algorithms, and neural interfaces
- Published research in Nature/Science or top-tier tech journals
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Fluency in Python, C++, and quantum programming languages
- Global speaking experience at Davos, CES, or equivalent forums