Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of technological advancement. As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect the blueprint for transformative solutions that will redefine industries. This role demands a visionary mindset to bridge emerging technologies with market readiness, ensuring our leadership position in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
We're seeking a trailblazer who thrives at the intersection of foresight and execution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and accelerate the commercialization of breakthrough innovations. Your strategic vision will directly shape our product roadmap and investment priorities for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 technology innovation roadmap aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to prototype and validate next-gen solutions (AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with commercial potential
- Present innovation frameworks and investment proposals to executive leadership
- Mentor R&D teams on future-focused development methodologies
- Drive culture of innovation through hackathons and internal innovation challenges
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology leadership with proven track record of scaling breakthrough products
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum, Web3, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, PhD preferred)
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies
- Experience managing multi-million dollar innovation portfolios
- Demonstrated success in commercializing cutting-edge technologies
- Strong network within tech innovation ecosystems (Silicon Valley, global R&D hubs)
- Published thought leadership in innovation or future studies