Job Description
Join InnovateNext Corp at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands a blend of technical acumen, strategic foresight, and disruptive innovation to transform industries through emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional R&D initiatives, and shape our market position in quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech integration.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional innovation labs prototyping 2026-era solutions
- Conduct competitive analysis of emerging tech landscapes (quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Partner with product teams to integrate future tech into commercial offerings
- Present strategic briefings to investors and executive stakeholders
- Manage $2M+ R&D budget for experimental technology initiatives
- Curate external partnerships with academic and startup ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record launching 3+ breakthrough tech products
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, or biotech)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership on future technology trends
- Experience scaling teams in high-growth tech environments
- Certification in strategic foresight or technology forecasting preferred