Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape as our 2026 Innovation Strategist. This pivotal role requires visionary leadership to map emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our organization as an industry pioneer for the post-2025 era. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate foresight into actionable strategies while driving disruptive innovation across global markets.
We seek a forward-thinking professional passionate about shaping the future of technology and business. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, leverages data-driven insights, and excels at communicating complex scenarios to diverse stakeholders. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence next-generation product development and corporate strategy.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market trends through 2026+
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging domains (AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market viability
- Present trend analyses and strategic recommendations to executive leadership quarterly
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs to incubate 2026-era concepts
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory shifts impacting long-term technology adoption
- Author annual 'Future State' reports with scenario-planning frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends (e.g., published whitepapers, keynote speaking)
- Expertise in scenario planning and risk modeling for complex systems
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis platforms
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)
- Demonstrated success influencing C-suite decisions with future-oriented strategies