Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge innovation with market leadership, requiring a mastermind who can anticipate paradigm shifts and transform them into actionable strategies.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape our portfolio of emerging technologies. We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly impact industries from quantum computing to sustainable AI. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and company vision
- Lead horizon scanning for disruptive innovations (quantum, AR/VR, biotech convergence)
- Design and execute proof-of-concept projects for next-gen technologies
- Partner with product teams to integrate emerging capabilities into core offerings
- Present strategic insights to stakeholders and board members
- Build and manage an external innovation ecosystem (startups, academia, VCs)
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory impacts on tech adoption pathways
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology or innovation leadership
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, decentralized systems)
- Proven track record of launching future-focused initiatives
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Exceptional analytical and systems-thinking abilities
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management
- Portfolio demonstrating strategic tech implementations