Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Innovate Forward Labs to shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to drive innovation across emerging domains like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. This role requires a blend of technical acumen and strategic foresight to position our company at the forefront of next-generation breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market trends and organizational goals
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating future technology concepts
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite executives and board members
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive technology landscapes
- Drive adoption of sustainable and ethical tech frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven experience in emerging technology forecasting and adoption
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Expertise in at least two future-tech domains (quantum, biotech, AI, etc.)
- Strong data analysis and scenario planning capabilities
- Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Experience scaling technology initiatives from concept to market