Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the transformative year 2026. We seek a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role requires a blend of technical foresight, market acumen, and strategic leadership to position our company at the cutting edge of emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify disruptive trends, develop long-term technology roadmaps, and drive initiatives that will redefine our industry by 2026. What you'll achieve: Shape the technological landscape of tomorrow while building a legacy of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of 2026 technology strategy roadmap with quantitative impact projections
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, sustainable tech) for market adoption
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate next-gen solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board with ROI modeling
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with stage-gate methodology
- Establish competitive intelligence framework for 2026 technology landscape
- Drive organizational change management for technology transformation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven track record in emerging technology commercialization
- Expertise in futures forecasting methodologies (e.g., Delphi analysis, scenario planning)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Deep knowledge of global tech policy and regulatory trends
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex transformations
- Certification in technology strategy or innovation management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 technology impact