Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Technology Futurist to shape our product roadmap and identify emerging paradigms that will redefine industries. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-functional leadership, and an obsession with translating speculative concepts into actionable innovation. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and biotech pioneers to build the next generation of human-centric technology.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with societal and market trends through 2026
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging technologies
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for next-gen challenges (quantum, AR, synthetic biology)
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and external stakeholders
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and their implications for product development
- Mentor junior teams in future-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ in future-focused roles
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in at least three of: quantum computing, AGI ethics, neurotech, or climate tech
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry forums
- Experience leading cross-continental innovation teams
- PhD in relevant field or equivalent demonstrable expertise
- Proficiency in futures forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)