Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our next-gen digital ecosystem. This role demands an agile mind to navigate emerging technologies, shape product roadmaps, and drive innovation that defines the next decade. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform futuristic concepts into scalable solutions while maintaining ethical tech standards. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly impact global digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype and validate futuristic digital products
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging tech disruptions and regulatory shifts
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-machine interfaces
- Present strategic vision to C-suite and investor stakeholders
- Mentor innovation teams in agile methodologies and future-proofing techniques
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech forecasting
- Proven experience with AI/ML implementation at enterprise scale
- Certification in futures thinking or strategic foresight methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ tech innovations launched in last 3 years
- Expertise in cloud-native architecture and distributed systems
- Strong understanding of Web3, metaverse, and spatial computing trends
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism