Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as a 2026 Innovation Strategist at FutureVision Labs. We're seeking a visionary professional to architect cutting-edge solutions for emerging global challenges. Join our elite team in Austin, Texas, where we pioneer breakthrough technologies in quantum computing, sustainable AI, and decentralized systems. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence multi-billion dollar markets while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work, and access to our state-of-the-art innovation campus.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year roadmaps for next-generation technology adoption across Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Conduct horizon scanning for disruptive trends in climate-tech and biotech convergence
- Design scalable governance models for AI ethics and autonomous system deployment
- Secure $5M+ in innovation grants from NSF, DARPA, and private foundations
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives and government stakeholders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic innovation roles with Fortune 500 or VC-backed startups
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of securing federal/state innovation grants
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier media
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Clearance for sensitive government innovation projects (or ability to obtain)