Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with pragmatic implementation, transforming emerging trends into competitive advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to shape our innovation ecosystem in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your chance to define tomorrow's digital landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Conduct competitive analysis and patent landscape reviews for next-gen innovations
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investors
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory shifts impacting tech deployment
- Drive R&D budget allocation for breakthrough initiatives
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, etc.)
- Proven track record of launching commercialized tech products/services
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations
- Certification in technology foresight or innovation management preferred
- Prior work with Fortune 500 tech ecosystems