Job Description
Shape tomorrow's tech landscape today as InnovateNext Solutions seeks a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap. Join our award-winning team at the forefront of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with practical execution to position our company as the industry leader in the post-2025 digital transformation era.
Based in our Austin headquarters, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to develop actionable strategies that anticipate market shifts and technological inflection points. We offer competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and a culture where your ideas drive real-world impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology adoption roadmaps aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional initiatives integrating AI, blockchain, and IoT into scalable solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present future-state scenarios to executive stakeholders and board members
- Quantify ROI projections for next-gen technology investments
- Drive innovation sprints focused on 2026-ready product prototypes
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends (demonstrated via published research or patents)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains: quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, or synthetic biology
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech specialization
- Experience leading cross-continental teams in matrix organizations
- Certification in Foresight Methodology or Technology Roadmapping preferred
- Portfolio of implemented future-strategy initiatives with measurable outcomes