Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as a Future Tech Strategist and architect our technological roadmap for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary leader to pioneer next-gen solutions in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Shape the future while working with Fortune 500 partners in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunities to transform industries through cutting-edge innovation.
Your Impact: Lead cross-functional teams to develop 5-year technology roadmaps, secure $10M+ innovation budgets, and drive patent portfolios. Enjoy competitive equity, comprehensive wellness benefits, and dedicated R&D time to explore emerging frontiers.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology vision aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Lead quantum computing/AI integration projects with Fortune 500 partners
- Manage $10M+ innovation budgets and vendor ecosystems
- File 5+ patents annually in emerging tech domains
- Mentor cross-functional teams in agile innovation methodologies
- Present strategic roadmaps to C-suite and board stakeholders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech (AI/quantum/IoT)
- Proven record of scaling tech initiatives from concept to market
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or MBA
- Strong patents portfolio or published research in future tech
- Experience securing $5M+ innovation budgets
- Expertise in ethical tech frameworks and sustainable innovation
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)