Job Description
Join InnovateNext Global as our pioneering 2026 Futurist Strategist, where you'll architect tomorrow's solutions today. In this executive role, you'll spearhead innovation roadmaps, forecast technological disruptions, and lead cross-functional teams to transform visionary concepts into market-leading products. Located in Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with industry pioneers to shape the future of human-machine interaction, sustainable tech, and AI ethics.
We seek a forward-thinking leader who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. Your insights will directly influence our R&D priorities and investment decisions, ensuring we remain at the forefront of the 2026 digital revolution. This hybrid role offers flexibility with 2 days remote work and includes equity participation in our breakthrough ventures.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, identifying emerging trends in quantum computing, biotech, and immersive technologies
- Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and data scientists to prototype future-forward solutions
- Present strategic foresight reports to C-suite executives and board members with actionable recommendations
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to accelerate innovation
- Drive adoption of ethical AI frameworks and sustainable technology principles across all initiatives
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused project prioritization
- Mentor next-generation futurists through our internal innovation academy program
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of launching at least 3 market-disrupting products
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning capabilities
- Experience presenting to executive audiences and securing strategic buy-in
- Certification in Futures Studies or Innovation Management (e.g., CFIP, CFMP)
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analyses or innovation frameworks