Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as a 2026 Technology Futurist and architect the digital landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary strategists to decode emerging tech trends and shape our innovation roadmap for the next generation. This role blends deep technical acumen with market foresight to position our company at the forefront of transformative technologies.
As a key member of our R&D leadership team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and government think tanks to identify breakthrough opportunities. Your work will directly influence multi-billion dollar product development cycles and policy recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence trends
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps with measurable impact metrics
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation with business strategy
- Present findings at global forums (Web Summit, CES, Davos)
- Manage cross-functional teams executing futuristic proof-of-concepts
- Author white papers cited by industry publications and regulatory bodies
- Advocate for ethical frameworks in emerging technology deployment
Qualifications
- 15+ years in emerging technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, MIT Tech Review)
- Expertise in at least two of: AGI ethics, quantum applications, synthetic biology
- Track record of commercializing futuristic technologies
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology
- Security clearance (Top Secret/SAP preferred)
- Fluency in Mandarin, Arabic, or Mandarin for global stakeholder engagement