Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and creative disruption to shape industries before they exist. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and transform speculative concepts into market-ready solutions. Our dynamic environment offers unmatched autonomy to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 3-5 year technology roadmaps aligning with emerging market trends
- Lead incubation initiatives for next-gen tech (quantum, neuromorphic, biocomputing)
- Conduct horizon scanning and competitive analysis in emerging tech domains
- Present strategic frameworks to investors and executive stakeholders
- Manage R&D partnerships with leading academic institutions
- Drive innovation culture through hackathons and future-tech workshops
- Author thought leadership on technology disruption scenarios
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy, R&D, or emerging technologies
- Proven track record in launching disruptive tech products/services
- Deep expertise in at least two future-tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Executive-level communication and stakeholder management
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Published research in IEEE/Nature/Science journals preferred
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting models
- Portfolio of implemented innovation initiatives