Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Innovation Director to architect the future of sustainable technology. Lead cross-functional teams in developing breakthrough solutions for climate resilience, AI ethics, and quantum-secure systems. Shape our innovation roadmap while mentoring next-gen tech pioneers in our Austin-based R&D hub.
This role demands a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on execution. You'll collaborate with MIT Media Lab alumni and NASA-affiliated researchers to prototype technologies that redefine human-machine interaction. Enjoy competitive equity, flexible hybrid work, and unparalleled resources to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready innovations.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmap for emerging tech domains (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AR/VR)
- Lead moonshot projects targeting carbon-negative industrial processes
- Manage $5M+ R&D budget with ROI-focused prototyping cycles
- Forge strategic partnerships with DARPA, NSF, and venture capital firms
- Present future tech forecasts to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish ethical frameworks for AI deployment and data governance
- Mentor 15+ researchers in patent development and commercialization
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or Quantum Physics
- 10+ years in tech R&D with 3+ years directing innovation pipelines
- Proven track record of launching technologies with >$100M market impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (blockchain, nanotech, AGI)
- Certification in Systems Thinking and Strategic Foresight
- Published research in Nature Futures or similar journals
- Fluency in Python, MATLAB, and innovation management platforms