Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify emerging trends, assess market readiness, and guide our product development toward sustainable competitive advantage.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate futuristic concepts into actionable strategies, ensuring our innovations align with global sustainability goals and user-centric design principles. Our dynamic environment encourages experimentation and values intellectual curiosity above all.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 technology roadmap through trend analysis and market research
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, neurotech)
- Conduct scenario planning and risk assessment for next-gen product launches
- Partner with engineering teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Monitor competitive landscape and regulatory shifts affecting tech adoption
- Drive innovation workshops with industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic planning, product management, or tech consulting
- Proven experience with future-casting methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Expertise in emerging technologies (blockchain, AR/VR, sustainable tech)
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in visualization tools
- Exceptional communication skills for complex stakeholder management
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFSP) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects