Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, driving initiatives that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and lead cross-functional teams to develop actionable frameworks emerging from quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Our culture values bold thinking, rapid prototyping, and measurable impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping emerging tech solutions (quantum, AR/VR, bioinformatics)
- Analyze global tech trends to identify disruptive opportunities and risks
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-backed insights
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring innovation ROI and adoption metrics
- Manage partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Drive ethical technology adoption frameworks for responsible innovation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, AI, blockchain, sustainable tech)
- Master's degree in Technology Management, Engineering, or Business
- Experience developing future-focused roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight or innovation strategy
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating executed tech innovation initiatives