Job Description
InnovateForward Inc. is seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our technological roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking leader who will transform emerging trends into actionable strategies, driving innovation across our global enterprise.
Why Join Us? As an industry disruptor, we empower our team to shape tomorrow's solutions today. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers to pioneer breakthroughs in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
This position offers unparalleled influence in steering our $2B R&D portfolio toward technologies that will redefine human-machine interaction by 2026. You'll present directly to our board of directors and lead cross-functional taskforces including AI researchers, nanotech engineers, and policy experts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 2026 technology strategy roadmap aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, biotech, AGI) to identify high-impact investment opportunities
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and executive teams
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board members quarterly
- Build partnerships with MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and global tech incubators
- Author thought leadership reports published in Nature Technology Review
- Mentor junior strategists in future-proof methodologies and scenario planning
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies with 10+ years experience
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, IEEE) on emerging technologies
- Proven track record of scaling tech strategies from concept to $100M+ implementations
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting frameworks (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle)
- Deep knowledge of regulatory landscapes for AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Fluency in strategic foresight tools (scenario planning, Delphi method)
- Experience presenting to Fortune 500 boards and government technology councils
- Certified in AI Ethics and Sustainable Technology Governance frameworks