Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our innovation roadmap toward 2026. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and creative problem-solving to transform emerging trends into market-leading solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product visions, anticipate market disruptions, and drive R&D initiatives that will shape the next generation of digital experiences.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 5-year technology strategy aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for competitive advantage
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic roadmaps to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Quantify ROI for experimental R&D initiatives
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy, product innovation, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching market-disrupting products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Expertise in emerging technology forecasting frameworks
- Strong financial modeling and business case development skills
- Experience with agile innovation methodologies
- Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication
- Published thought leadership in tech strategy or innovation