Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to anticipate and shape the digital landscape of tomorrow. This role requires a blend of strategic foresight, technical expertise, and creative innovation to develop next-gen solutions that will define the next decade. You'll work in our cutting-edge Austin headquarters, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to transform theoretical possibilities into practical realities.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential by 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI integration, quantum computing adoption, and biotech convergence
- Conduct scenario planning for societal impacts of automation and human-machine augmentation
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype futuristic solutions in our Innovation Labs
- Present visionary frameworks to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Author thought leadership publications on technological singularity preparedness
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in at least three emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of developing future-focused product roadmaps
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published research or patents in forward-looking technology applications
- Experience with ethical frameworks for autonomous systems
- Strong presentation skills for executive and technical audiences