Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we architect the technological landscape of 2026! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to drive our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring someone who thrives at the intersection of emerging tech, market analysis, and strategic planning. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and shape products that will define the next decade. If you're passionate about quantum computing, AI ethics, or sustainable tech ecosystems, this is your chance to build tomorrow, today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 industry trends
- Lead market research on emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech, AR/VR)
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investors
- Manage R&D partnerships with academic institutions and tech labs
- Drive innovation workshops for product teams using design thinking methodologies
- Analyze competitive landscapes and disruption vectors for future markets
- Oversee prototyping of next-gen technologies in our innovation lab
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in emerging tech commercialization
- Expertise in at least two future-tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Strong background in market analysis and competitive intelligence
- Certified in Strategic Innovation Management (SIM) or equivalent
- Experience with agile methodologies for long-term planning
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism or innovation journals
- Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business