Job Description
Shape the future of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Innovation Strategist to lead our 5-year roadmap and transform emerging technologies into market-defining solutions. Join our cross-functional team at FutureWorks Labs, where we pioneer breakthroughs in AI, sustainable tech, and quantum computing. This role demands a blend of foresight, technical acumen, and business strategy to position our company at the forefront of the 2026 digital landscape.
You'll collaborate with R&D, product, and executive teams to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities, anticipate market disruptions, and build scalable innovation frameworks. If you thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential, this is your chance to architect tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap with measurable KPIs and ROI targets
- Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Design and validate proof-of-concepts for next-gen solutions in AI ethics, climate tech, and biotech
- Partner with product teams to integrate 2026-adjacent innovations into core offerings
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with agile resource allocation
- Establish industry thought leadership through whitepapers and keynote speaking
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy/innovation with 5+ in tech-forward industries
- Proven track record of launching 3+ market-disrupting products/services
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AGI, neurotech)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Experience building innovation ecosystems across global markets
- Strong data modeling skills for trend forecasting and scenario planning
- Exceptional communication with ability to articulate complex visions