Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as a Future Technologies Strategist. We're seeking visionary thinkers to architect the digital landscape of 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands cutting-edge expertise in emerging tech trends, strategic foresight, and cross-industry innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead R&D initiatives, and transform theoretical breakthroughs into market-disrupting solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech, and possess an entrepreneurial mindset, this is your opportunity to shape tomorrow's reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and corporate vision
- Identify and evaluate emerging tech disruptors (quantum AI, biotech fusion, neural interfaces)
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Present strategic recommendations to investors and board members with data-driven insights
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and regulatory impacts on innovation
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech forecasting
- Proven track record of launching at least three market-defining tech products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism required
- Expertise in at least three of: quantum computing, neuromorphic systems, synthetic biology
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Technology
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies and technology adoption curves
- Experience securing $10M+ in R&D funding