Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge innovation with pragmatic execution, shaping how industries adapt to emerging paradigms like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop 5-year roadmaps, identify disruptive opportunities, and lead cross-functional teams through digital transformation initiatives. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of foresight, strategy, and implementation.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive technology roadmaps spanning 2024-2026 with quantifiable KPIs
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, neuromorphic computing, climate tech) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align technical strategy with business objectives
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on future tech adoption frameworks
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-driven prioritization
- Mentor junior strategists in future-gazing methodologies
- Represent company at global tech summits (CES, Web Summit)
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 3+ years in future-tech planning
- Expertise in at least two emerging domains: quantum computing, AI governance, or climate tech
- Proven track record scaling technology initiatives to $100M+ revenue
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFT, Foresight Practitioner)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Strategic Foresight
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Harvard Business Review
- Experience with agile transformation in Fortune 500 environments