Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we shape the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-gen innovation roadmap, driving breakthroughs in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech solutions. This role blends foresight with execution, transforming futuristic concepts into market-ready realities.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and represent our voice at global tech summits. If you thrive at the intersection of emerging technologies and market disruption, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 3-5 year technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI governance, and green tech initiatives
- Lead innovation sprints with engineering, product, and design teams to prototype 2026-era solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning and competitive analysis in emerging tech domains
- Present strategic briefings to investors and board members on technology ROI scenarios
- Establish partnerships with academic labs and industry consortia for collaborative R&D
- Design ethical frameworks for next-generation AI and biotech applications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with 5+ in emerging tech domains
- Proven track record launching at least one 2020+ technology initiative
- Expertise in quantum computing, generative AI, or climate tech systems
- Executive-level communication with ability to translate technical concepts to business strategy
- PhD or MBA from Tier 1 institution with specialization in innovation management
- Published thought leadership in IEEE Nature or similar tier-1 publications
- Experience securing $10M+ in R&D funding or venture capital