Job Description
Join Innovate 2026, the vanguard of tomorrow's digital frontier, as we pioneer breakthrough technologies shaping 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role merges cutting-edge research with market foresight to transform emerging concepts into industry-defining solutions. You'll collaborate with quantum computing teams, AI architects, and biotech pioneers to build sustainable tech ecosystems that redefine human potential. If you thrive at the intersection of science and strategy and are driven to solve tomorrow's challenges today, this is your launchpad.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, neurotech) through 2026
- Analyze market trends and disruptor threats to position Innovate 2026 as a first-mover
- Lead cross-functional R&D sprints prototyping next-gen solutions
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite and investors with actionable insights
- Drive innovation culture through hackathons and future-focused workshops
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, blockchain, biotech, quantum)
- Proven track record launching commercialized innovations
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Strong data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Strategy preferred