Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, technical acumen, and business leadership to transform emerging technologies into market-defining innovations. You'll operate at the intersection of quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable design, shaping products that will redefine industries by 2026.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, translates complex concepts into actionable roadmaps, and excels in cross-functional collaboration. This hybrid position (3 days in SF office/2 remote) offers unparalleled influence over our 2026 product portfolio and access to our state-of-the-art R&D labs.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI/quantum solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for breakthrough technologies in biotech and materials science
- Translate technical capabilities into market opportunities with $10M+ revenue potential
- Drive sustainability integration across all 2026 product development cycles
- Present strategic frameworks to C-suite and venture capital partners
- Mentor junior innovators in emerging tech methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy or product development with 5+ years in emerging tech
- Proven track record launching products with 5+ year market impact
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or advanced AI
- Certification in Futures Studies or Technology Foresight preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-relevant innovation projects
- Experience securing $5M+ in R&D funding
- Presentation skills to non-technical stakeholders
- Fluency in strategic frameworks (e.g., Porter's Five Forces, SWOT 2.0)