Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of deep technical acumen and strategic foresight to position our company as an industry pioneer in emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and translate futuristic concepts into scalable business solutions.
Our San Francisco hub offers an unparalleled environment for tech disruptors, where you'll work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley veterans to redefine what's possible. This isn't just a jobβit's your chance to shape the future of human-computer interaction.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional 'Horizon Scanning' teams to identify disruptive technologies with 3-5 year market impact
- Develop patent strategies for emerging tech innovations with potential $1B+ market opportunities
- Present strategic briefings to board members and investors on future tech adoption curves
- Manage $5M+ annual innovation budget with ROI-focused technology prototyping initiatives
- Establish partnerships with MIT Media Lab, NASA JPL, and other future-tech research institutions
- Mentor next-gen technologists through our Future Leaders incubation program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership with Fortune 500 or unicorn startup experience
- Proven track record of launching at least two category-defining tech products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Deep expertise in emerging tech ecosystems: AGI, neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology
- Exceptional executive communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures scenarios
- Published author in peer-reviewed tech journals (Nature, Science, or IEEE Spectrum)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight from WFS or APF