Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-gen growth trajectory and disrupt industries before they evolve. This role blends foresight, technology fluency, and business acumen to position our company as the undisputed leader in emerging markets. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to build actionable roadmaps for the post-2025 digital frontier. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, sustainability, and human-centric design, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, bio-integration, metaverse) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale breakthrough products/services
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D pioneers
- Present innovation frameworks to investors and board members securing $50M+ budgets
- Drive ESG integration into all innovation initiatives
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology consulting with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record launching products generating $100M+ revenue
- Expertise in futures research, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Proficiency in AI/ML tools for market prediction modeling
- Certification in Design Thinking or Innovation Management (e.g., IDEO, Stanford d.school)
- Published thought leadership in tech or business strategy publications
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement