Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's digital revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation ecosystem. Shape the future of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech while leading cross-disciplinary teams in transforming cutting-edge concepts into market-defining solutions. This role demands strategic foresight paired with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 industry trends
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum algorithms and neural network optimization
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate emerging tech into enterprise strategy
- Present future-vision frameworks to global stakeholders and investors
- Establish innovation metrics tracking adoption of next-gen technologies
- Mentor teams in anticipating and mitigating future tech disruption
- Partner with academic institutions to pioneer applied research projects
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech innovation with 5+ years in strategic futurism
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/Engineering with published research
- Expertise in quantum computing, AGI ethics, and sustainable tech systems
- Proven track record of scaling experimental technologies to commercial deployment
- Executive-level communication with ability to translate complex concepts
- Deep understanding of geopolitical implications of technological evolution
- Certifications in futures studies or strategic foresight preferred