Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role sits at the intersection of emerging tech, market disruption, and long-term business transformation, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities while mitigating technological risks. Our culture embraces calculated experimentation, and we offer unparalleled resources to transform bold ideas into market-leading products.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market trends and organizational goals
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum computing, biotech fusion, AI ethics frameworks)
- Design innovation frameworks for rapid prototyping and validation of futuristic concepts
- Conduct competitive analysis and scenario planning for technological disruption
- Partner with venture teams to evaluate and integrate next-gen startups
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build cross-functional innovation labs with industry and academic partners
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year tech roadmaps
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (blockchain, neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Strategic Innovation
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight (preferred)
- Experience with scenario planning tools and competitive intelligence platforms
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Portfolio of published research or patents in emerging technologies