Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as a Future Tech Strategist to shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary leader to drive our innovation roadmap, identifying emerging technologies that will redefine industries. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve in an exponentially evolving world.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cutting-edge solutions while maintaining ethical frameworks for deployment. Our culture values bold experimentation, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable innovation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to impact how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies with 2026 market impact potential
- Develop and execute technology adoption roadmaps aligned with business objectives
- Conduct scenario planning for technological disruption across key industries
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate futuristic concepts
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish ethical guardrails for emerging technology implementation
- Monitor competitor tech strategies and identify first-mover opportunities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or futurist research
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or sustainable tech domains
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year technology roadmaps
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex technical information
- Exceptional communication skills for translating vision to actionable plans
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business preferred