Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist Strategist to architect our next-gen digital roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of cutting-edge technical acumen and strategic foresight to position our innovations for the 2026 landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop forward-looking frameworks that will redefine industry standards.
Our San Francisco headquarters offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and implementation, including access to quantum computing labs and AI development suites. This is your opportunity to shape tomorrow's technological paradigms while working alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead scenario planning workshops for emerging disruptive technologies
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D pioneers
- Design governance frameworks for ethical AI deployment in 2026+ ecosystems
- Present foresight analyses to executive leadership and board committees
- Monitor global tech policy shifts affecting 2026 implementation timelines
- Mentor cross-functional teams on next-gen digital transformation strategies
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic technology planning with demonstrated impact on 5+ year roadmaps
- Deep expertise in at least three emerging tech domains: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neuromorphic AI
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry whitepapers
- Experience leading $50M+ digital transformation initiatives
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurist Studies (or equivalent experience)
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Track record of patent filings or breakthrough innovations
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Futures Planning