Job Description
Join our visionary team at InnovateNext Solutions to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking strategist to bridge emerging innovations with market disruption, shaping how industries evolve in the next wave of digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing integration, sustainable tech ecosystems, and AI-driven industrial automation while fostering a culture of radical innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 tech roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients in renewable energy and smart manufacturing
- Lead R&D initiatives in decentralized AI networks and blockchain supply chains
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum, neuromorphic computing)
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives on future-proofing digital infrastructure
- Mentor a team of futurists and data scientists in predictive modeling scenarios
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford labs on next-gen human-AI collaboration frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic tech consulting or R&D leadership
- Expertise in climate tech or industrial IoT ecosystems
- Published research on future-of-work automation or quantum applications
- Certification in futures thinking (e.g., WFS, Foresight Practitioner)
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (STEEP, Delphi method)
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 tech prediction accuracy