Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, driving innovation in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and shape products that will define the next decade. Our dynamic culture rewards bold thinking, offers unparalleled growth opportunities, and provides competitive benefits including equity and flexible work arrangements. If you're passionate about tomorrow's solutions today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 industry trends
- Lead research on emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech) and assess commercial viability
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate futuristic innovations into current platforms
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets and vendor partnerships
- Build and lead a specialized futurist research team
- Author thought leadership publications and industry conference presentations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven track record of scaling futuristic tech initiatives to market
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or sustainability tech domains
- Strong data analytics and market research capabilities
- C-suite presentation and executive communication skills
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred