Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we build the infrastructure for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect next-gen solutions in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical implementation to solve humanity's most pressing challenges. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, lead cross-functional innovation pods, and shape products that will define the next decade. Our Austin campus offers unparalleled resources including quantum labs, AI supercomputers, and a living testbed for smart city technologies.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with global sustainability goals
- Lead cross-disciplinary R&D initiatives in quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making algorithms
- Partner with governments on policy for emerging tech deployment
- Manage $50M+ innovation budgets for future-tech incubation
- Present strategic visions to C-suite boards and international forums
- Patent breakthrough technologies in computational sustainability
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Quantum Computing, AI Ethics, or Systems Engineering
- 10+ years leading R&D teams in Fortune 500 tech environments
- Published research in Nature/Science on future-tech applications
- Expertise in federated learning and decentralized AI architectures
- Track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Security clearance for national innovation initiatives
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages
- Experience with UN SDG technology frameworks