Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our 2026 Innovation Strategist. Join a visionary team architecting breakthrough solutions for the next technological frontier. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to disrupt industries through cutting-edge AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech integration. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution to build products that will define the next decade.
At FutureWorks Inc., we're not just preparing for 2026 – we're actively creating it. Our San Francisco hub fosters a culture of radical innovation where your ideas can transform global markets. Enjoy competitive equity, flexible work arrangements, and direct access to industry-shaping projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year roadmaps for emerging tech adoption across Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Design AI governance systems for ethical deployment in regulated industries
- Research and synthesize market signals to identify 2026's trillion-dollar opportunities
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford labs on next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Present strategic visions to C-suite executives and venture capital partners
- Drive sustainable tech initiatives aligned with UN SDG 2030 targets
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or product development with Fortune 500 experience
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech commercialization
- Proven track record of launching products with $100M+ market impact
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Published thought leadership in IEEE Nature or Harvard Business Review
- Fluency in at least two programming languages (Python, Rust, or Go preferred)
- Experience with regulatory frameworks (FDA, FCC, or EU AI Act)
- Certification in Quantum Computing (IBM Qiskit or Microsoft Azure Q) required