Job Description
Shape tomorrow's digital landscape today. InnovateForward Labs seeks a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive next-gen innovation. Join our Austin-based team at the forefront of technological disruption, where your expertise will directly influence how businesses adapt to emerging paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 market evolution and regulatory shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling AI/quantum/IoT integration frameworks
- Analyze emerging tech trends (Web4, decentralized systems, neuro interfaces) for strategic adoption
- Design ethical governance protocols for autonomous systems and biometric applications
- Partner with C-suite to align tech investments with ESG 2030 targets
- Build predictive models for workforce automation and human-AI collaboration scenarios
- Drive patent strategy for breakthrough technologies in sustainable computing
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Proven expertise in emerging tech forecasting (AI, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Futures Research, or related field
- Certification in Technology Foresight (e.g., WFS, APF) or equivalent
- Published thought leadership on tech ethics or digital transformation
- Experience scaling SaaS platforms in regulated industries (healthcare/finance)
- Deep understanding of EU AI Act, US AI Bill of Rights, and global tech governance