Job Description
Join our visionary team at Innovatech Solutions to shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Technology Strategist to drive innovation and position our company at the forefront of emerging tech trends. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation to develop actionable roadmaps for the next generation of digital transformation.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to identify breakthrough opportunities in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Your expertise will directly influence our product development, investment decisions, and market expansion strategies as we prepare for the technological inflection point of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 innovation horizons
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI) and assess commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and market gaps
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board of directors
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory impacts on technology adoption
- Create innovation KPIs and track progress against strategic milestones
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Proven track record forecasting tech trends (2018-2025 validation required)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech/climate tech)
- Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, or Business Strategy
- Experience presenting to C-suite and investment committees
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (whitepapers/articles)
- Proficiency in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of ethical implications of emerging technologies