Job Description
Join Innovatech Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026! We seek a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our next-gen digital ecosystem. This role demands an insatiable curiosity about emerging technologies and the ability to translate future possibilities into actionable business strategies. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing prototypes that redefine human-machine interaction while maintaining our position at the forefront of innovation.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, combines technical acumen with business foresight, and possesses exceptional storytelling abilities to inspire stakeholders. This hybrid role offers the rare opportunity to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and technology forecasting for 2026-2030 market trends
- Architect strategic roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and spatial computing integration
- Collaborate with R&D teams to develop prototype technologies with 3-5 year commercialization horizons
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and board members using data-driven storytelling
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech startups for innovation scouting
- Develop ethical frameworks for emerging technologies ensuring responsible deployment
- Mentor junior futurists and build a technology foresight knowledge base
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, product innovation, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in emerging technologies: generative AI, quantum computing, extended reality
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Futures Studies, or MBA
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario planning capabilities
- Published thought leadership in technology or innovation journals
- Experience with agile methodologies and rapid prototyping frameworks
- Strong network within Silicon Valley tech ecosystem