Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation technological roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies, ensuring our position as industry pioneers.
As a cornerstone of our executive team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and market analysis divisions to pioneer solutions that redefine industries. Our San Francisco headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for creative disruption, with state-of-the-art facilities and a culture that rewards bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026-adjacent technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to integrate emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence)
- Conduct horizon scanning for disruptive innovations and competitive threats
- Present strategic frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build and manage a network of industry futurists and academic partners
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology trends
- Drive innovation workshops with engineering and design teams
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning or technology innovation roles
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends (e.g., published white papers)
- Expertise in at least three emerging tech domains (quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and futures research tools
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Portfolio demonstrating successful technology commercialization strategies