Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation digital transformation roadmap. This role demands an individual who thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies, market foresight, and business innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities and navigate the complex tech ecosystem of tomorrow. Our ideal candidate possesses an insatiable curiosity for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence, coupled with the strategic acumen to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business value.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential by 2026
- Develop technology roadmaps aligning with long-term business objectives and market evolution
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate next-gen solutions
- Present strategic briefings to investors and board members on future tech opportunities
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring innovation readiness and competitive advantage
- Build cross-functional task forces to accelerate adoption of breakthrough technologies
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting global tech adoption timelines
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in technology strategy, consulting, or innovation leadership roles
- Proven track record of successfully forecasting tech trends (2018-2023)
- Deep expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFM, CFP)
- Experience scaling innovation programs in Fortune 500 environments
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with advanced visualization capabilities
- PhD in Technology, Economics, or related field preferred
- Published thought leadership in futurism or tech strategy journals