Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of technological disruption as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-gen roadmap, blending emerging technologies with human-centric design to transform industries. This role demands a rare blend of futurist thinking, analytical rigor, and executive leadership to navigate exponential change.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global innovation partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Our dynamic startup environment offers unparalleled autonomy to shape the future while enjoying competitive equity, wellness stipends, and flexible remote work options.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps identifying AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence points
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to anticipate market disruptions and regulatory shifts
- Present strategic recommendations to investors and board members with data-backed frameworks
- Mentor innovation teams in exponential thinking and agile methodologies
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or R&D leadership with proven disruption track record
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology) and their commercial applications
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Engineering, or Business Innovation
- Published thought leadership on future trends (e.g., in journals like HBR or MIT Tech Review)
- Experience securing $5M+ innovation budgets and managing R&D portfolios
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with proficiency in scenario planning tools
- Certification in Design Thinking or Lean Innovation preferred