Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role combines deep technical foresight with strategic business acumen to identify emerging trends, develop adoption frameworks, and drive innovation across our enterprise.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and external partners to translate futuristic concepts into actionable roadmaps. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, bridges technical and business domains, and possesses an insatiable curiosity about emerging technologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence) to inform strategic planning
- Develop technology adoption frameworks for 2026-2030 product roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and business teams
- Build relationships with academic institutions, startups, and industry consortia
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Monitor regulatory landscapes and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Drive innovation culture through internal hackathons and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record in emerging tech adoption (blockchain, AR/VR, advanced AI)
- Deep understanding of future-of-work trends and digital transformation
- Exceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills
- Experience developing technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- MBA or advanced degree in Technology Management, Engineering, or Business
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or future studies
- Proficiency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., horizon scanning, scenario planning)