Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough innovations that will redefine industries. This pivotal role combines deep technical expertise with forward-thinking business strategy to position our company as a global tech leader. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to identify emerging opportunities and develop actionable frameworks for sustainable growth.
Why InnovateNext Labs? We're a venture-backed incubator with a $500M fund dedicated to next-gen technologies. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art labs, flexible workspaces, and a culture that rewards bold thinking. Enjoy competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the chance to shape humanity's technological future.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology strategy roadmap aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, bio-integration) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating disruptive tech solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and Fortune 500 companies
- Present tech foresight insights to investors, board members, and industry consortiums
- Drive innovation governance frameworks balancing rapid experimentation with ethical deployment
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting global tech ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or venture capital with proven 5+ year forecasting success
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, or Web3)
- Track record of launching technologies generating $50M+ ARR or equivalent impact
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech specialization
- Exceptional analytical skills with proficiency in scenario planning and predictive modeling
- Experience advising C-suite executives on tech disruption and digital transformation
- Deep understanding of global tech policy, ethical AI frameworks, and sustainable innovation
- Published thought leadership in leading tech publications or journals