Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital ecosystem today. In this pivotal role, you'll lead strategic foresight initiatives, emerging technology integration, and innovation roadmapping that will define the next frontier of human-computer interaction.
Our Austin-based R&D hub operates at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley architects, and UN sustainability fellows to develop frameworks that will shape global tech policy by 2026. This is your chance to build the future you want to live in.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies (quantum AI, neuromorphic chips, climate tech)
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-machine symbiosis
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives and government technology councils
- Author white papers on the societal impact of 2026's technological convergence
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolios for next-gen infrastructure projects
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurism (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in technology strategy with Fortune 100 organizations
- Published author in peer-reviewed journals on AI ethics or emerging tech
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, bioinformatics, climate modeling
- Proven track record of scaling innovation initiatives from concept to global deployment
- Security clearance eligibility (DOD Level 5 preferred)
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic (for emerging market partnerships)