Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead our strategic roadmap for post-2025 technological paradigms, ensuring our innovations stay 5 steps ahead of the curve. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethicists, and biotech disruptors to build the future of human-machine symbiosis.
Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources including a $20M R&D lab, dedicated AI sandbox environments, and partnerships with NASA and MIT. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to shape the technological foundations of the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ technology adoption strategies across quantum, neural interfaces, and synthetic biology domains
- Lead cross-disciplinary 'Future Vision' workshops with C-suite executives and R&D teams
- Produce annual 'Tech Horizon Reports' predicting market shifts and disruptive innovations
- Establish strategic partnerships with emerging tech startups and academic research institutions
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen AI systems and autonomous technologies
- Mentor a team of Innovation Architects in future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends (demonstrated publications or patents)
- Expertise in at least 3 emerging tech domains: quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, or synthetic biology
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools and technology impact assessment frameworks
- Experience presenting to Fortune 500 boards on long-term tech strategy
- Certification in Foresight Methodology or Technology Roadmapping preferred