Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Lead to architect breakthrough solutions for emerging markets. This role demands strategic foresight to transform futuristic concepts into scalable realities while driving cross-industry collaboration. You'll lead high-impact initiatives at our Austin innovation hub, shaping how businesses adapt to post-2025 technological and societal shifts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmap for next-gen digital ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping AI-driven sustainable solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging tech trends (quantum computing, biotech fusion)
- Forge strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 and emerging startups
- Drive R&D investment allocation for moonshot projects
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech innovation or strategic futurism roles
- Proven track record in scaling enterprise-level transformation
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or MBA
- Published thought leadership on 2025+ industry disruption
- Certified in Agile/Scalable Innovation frameworks
- Experience with federal/state innovation grant programs