Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to anticipate and shape technological paradigms that will define the next decade. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing groundbreaking solutions while maintaining competitive advantage in an accelerating innovation landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of emerging tech and market disruption, with a proven ability to translate abstract concepts into executable roadmaps. This hybrid strategy/innovation role offers unparalleled influence in redefining how organizations interact with technology in the 2026 era.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 5-year technology roadmap aligning with 2026 market projections
- Lead horizon scanning for breakthrough technologies (quantum, AI, biotech convergence)
- Architect scalable innovation frameworks for rapid prototyping and validation
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future-tech into corporate strategy
- Manage $10M+ R&D budget for emerging technology initiatives
- Present foresight analyses to investors and industry thought leaders
- Build and mentor a team of specialized futurist researchers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Published research on emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, neurotech)
- Experience building tech roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Certification in Futures Methodology or Technology Foresight
- Proven track record of launching commercialized innovations
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities