Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable execution, driving innovation across AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems. You'll collaborate with industry pioneers to transform abstract concepts into scalable solutions that redefine human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 industry disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype next-gen solutions in emerging tech domains
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify breakthrough opportunities in AI, biotech, and space tech
- Forge strategic partnerships with research institutions and Fortune 500 innovation labs
- Quantify ROI for futuristic initiatives using predictive modeling and market analysis
- Present visionary frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders with data-driven narratives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership with proven 2020s innovation track record
- Expertise in emerging tech frameworks (AI ethics, quantum algorithms, circular economy models)
- MBA/MS in Technology Management or related field; PhD preferred
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- Experience scaling prototype projects to enterprise-level solutions
- Fluency in scenario planning tools and futures research methodologies