Job Description
InnovateNext Labs is seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect the digital landscape of 2026. Join our elite R&D team in Austin to pioneer next-gen solutions that redefine industries. Shape AI-driven ecosystems, quantum computing applications, and immersive metaverse experiences while leading cross-functional innovation sprints. This role demands a blend of technical foresight and business acumen to transform emerging trends into scalable enterprise solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for AI/ML, blockchain, and spatial computing integration
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams
- Conduct market analysis and competitive intelligence for emerging tech verticals
- Secure strategic partnerships with quantum computing and AR/VR pioneers
- Present technology forecasts and strategic recommendations to C-suite executives
- Mentor junior strategists in future tech methodologies and trend analysis
- Drive patent development for proprietary 2026-era technology frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, product innovation, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or metaverse architecture
- Proven track record of launching future-focused tech initiatives
- Strong background in market analysis and competitive intelligence
- Experience with agile development and innovation frameworks
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Published thought leadership in emerging technology trends