Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution. As a Future Technologies Strategist, you'll architect solutions for 2026 and beyond, shaping how industries adapt to emerging innovations. We're seeking a visionary leader to drive our R&D roadmap, collaborate with Fortune 500 partners, and transform disruptive concepts into market-ready solutions. Work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub with unparalleled resources to pioneer the next wave of digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic planning for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) through 2026
- Develop innovation roadmaps aligned with market trends and client needs
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future tech into business models
- Manage cross-functional R&D teams and vendor ecosystems
- Present future-tech insights to executive boards and investors
- Drive patent development and intellectual property strategy
- Analyze global tech policy implications for business strategy
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Proven track record of launching tech-forward products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Experience with scenario planning and futures forecasting
- Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation (preferred)
- Experience scaling tech initiatives in regulated industries