Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to shape tomorrow's digital landscape. This role requires strategic foresight and cutting-edge expertise to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions while maintaining alignment with our mission of sustainable innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead R&D initiatives for neural interface prototypes and decentralized autonomous systems
- Collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to implement future-ready infrastructure
- Present strategic forecasts to C-suite executives and board members
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget for emerging technology incubation
- Author white papers on ethical AI governance and digital sovereignty frameworks
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in emerging technology R&D with proven 2020+ tech deployment track record
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing architectures
- Published research in Nature/Science on future tech implications
- Experience with ISO 42001 AI governance frameworks
- Proficiency in futures forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Security clearance for classified innovation projects