Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This role demands a blend of technical foresight, strategic planning, and disruptive thinking to position our company at the vanguard of emerging tech trends.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems, collaborating with C-suite executives to translate future possibilities into actionable business strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology and human progress, this is your moment to shape tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for quantum computing, AR/VR, and bio-integrated systems
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Lead strategic partnerships with research institutions and tech incubators
- Present future tech scenarios to executive leadership and board committees
- Design ethical frameworks for next-generation AI and automation systems
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Host quarterly Future Tech Summits for industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or scale-up experience
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, or synthetic biology
- Proven track record of launching market-first tech initiatives
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Published thought leadership in tech journals (e.g., Nature Futures, MIT Tech Review)
- Fluency in scenario planning frameworks and technology adoption curves
- Experience leading cross-continental R&D teams in agile environments
- Professional certification in Technology Foresight (e.g., APF)