Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to lead our R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. This role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, requiring both technical depth and strategic foresight. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, patent new technologies, and present at global tech summits. Our dynamic team operates in a state-of-the-art facility overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge, with unlimited R&D budget and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives for 2026-era technologies
- Develop patentable innovations in quantum AI and carbon-neutral systems
- Present strategic roadmaps to C-suite and venture capital partners
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets across 3 research divisions
- Author white papers published in Nature and IEEE journals
- Mentor PhD researchers and coordinate with MIT/Stanford partnerships
- Drive sustainability initiatives achieving 90% carbon reduction
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field
- 10+ years in R&D with 5+ years in strategic planning
- Published research in top-tier scientific journals
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and ethical AI frameworks
- Track record of commercializing lab innovations
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing languages
- Experience securing government grants and venture capital