Job Description
Shape tomorrow's technology landscape today! InnovateForward Labs seeks a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands a strategic mind with deep technical foresight to identify, evaluate, and implement breakthrough technologies that will redefine our industry by 2026.
Join our elite R&D team in Austin's innovation corridor, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and quantum computing experts. We offer unparalleled resources, unlimited creative freedom, and equity in a company poised to disrupt 10+ industries before the decade ends.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints on AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Establish strategic partnerships with DARPA, NASA, and Fortune 100 R&D divisions
- Develop patent portfolios for emerging tech with 10+ year market potential
- Present quarterly tech disruption briefings to C-suite and board members
- Mentor a team of 15+ research scientists and futurist associates
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D funding through visionary white papers and ROI models
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or Bioengineering
- 10+ years in CTO/Chief Futurist roles at FAANG or equivalent scale
- Published 3+ peer-reviewed papers on exponential technologies
- Proven track record of commercializing pre-2020 emerging tech
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and AI ethics
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages
- Global speaking engagements at TED, Davos, or equivalent forums