Job Description
Join InnovateNext at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our innovation roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and business leadership to transform emerging technologies into market-defining solutions.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. You'll shape our product vision, drive R&D investments, and establish thought leadership in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. If you thrive at the intersection of tomorrow's possibilities and today's execution, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling emerging tech solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify breakthrough technologies with commercial potential
- Establish strategic partnerships with academia, startups, and industry leaders
- Present technology forecasts and recommendations to the board of directors
- Drive innovation culture through internal hackathons and knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Monitor regulatory landscapes and ethical implications of emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Deep understanding of tech convergence trends and exponential growth patterns
- Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in technology futurism (whitepapers, patents, keynotes)
- Experience leading $50M+ R&D portfolios or innovation programs