Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role requires blending cutting-edge research with market foresight to position our company as an industry pioneer. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and transform abstract concepts into actionable strategies that shape tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Identify emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and assess commercial viability
- Lead strategic partnerships with R&D labs and academic institutions
- Present technology forecasts to executive stakeholders and investors
- Design innovation frameworks for rapid prototyping and validation
- Manage $5M+ R&D budgets for experimental initiatives
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or corporate innovation
- Proven track record in emerging tech commercialization
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Expertise in foresight methodologies (scenario planning, Delphi techniques)
- Experience with patent portfolios and IP strategy development
- Strong financial modeling skills for technology ROI projections
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation journals
- Certification in Innovation Management (e.g., PDMA, CEIM)