Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary AI Futurist to shape our product roadmap, anticipate emerging tech trends, and drive strategic innovation that will define the next generation of human-computer interaction. This role blends deep technical expertise with futurist thinking to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for AI/ML, quantum computing, and neurotech developments
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for autonomous systems and human augmentation technologies
- Collaborate with engineering teams to prototype next-gen interfaces (AR/VR, brain-computer)
- Present future-vision briefings to C-suite and external stakeholders
- Establish ethical frameworks for emergent AI applications
- Competitive analysis against emerging tech startups
- Manage innovation sprints with cross-functional teams
Qualifications
- 10+ years in AI/ML with 5+ years in strategic tech forecasting
- Published research or patents in future technologies (neurotech, quantum ML)
- Expertise in ethical AI frameworks and regulatory landscapes
- Track record of launching breakthrough products (2+ unicorn exits preferred)
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurist Studies
- Fluency in generative AI architectures (GPT-4, Claude, Gemini)
- Proficiency in scenario planning methodologies