Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. As a 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect groundbreaking solutions that redefine industries and shape the future. We're seeking visionary thinkers to lead our charge into emerging frontiers, blending AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech to solve humanity's grand challenges.
Why FutureWorks? We're not just preparing for 2026—we're building it. Our culture thrives on audacious goals, collaborative disruption, and relentless curiosity. With industry-leading R&D partnerships and a global innovation ecosystem, you'll have unparalleled resources to turn visionary concepts into reality.
Your Impact: Lead cross-functional teams to develop 5-year roadmaps for next-gen technologies. Drive partnerships with academia, startups, and Fortune 500 companies to accelerate innovation. Present strategic frameworks to C-suite executives and board members, influencing multi-billion dollar decisions.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 innovation roadmaps for AI, biotech, and clean energy sectors
- Lead moonshot projects targeting $1B+ market opportunities
- Establish strategic partnerships with MIT, NASA, and global tech leaders
- Develop patent portfolios for breakthrough technologies
- Present innovation frameworks to investors and industry councils
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams in agile R&D methodologies
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting future tech adoption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven track record scaling technologies from lab to market
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR)
- Experience with futures forecasting and scenario planning frameworks
- Strong network within Silicon Valley and global tech ecosystems
- PhD or Master's in Engineering, Computer Science, or Futurism
- Published thought leadership in Harvard Business Review or similar