Job Description
Join Innovate Forward Inc. as a Future Technologies Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. We're seeking a visionary leader to spearhead innovation initiatives that will define the technological frontier of 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role requires a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and cross-functional collaboration to transform emerging trends into scalable solutions. You'll work at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech while mentoring next-gen talent in our Austin hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead R&D initiatives for emerging tech adoption (quantum computing, AR/VR, decentralized systems)
- Partner with C-suite to align tech strategy with business growth objectives
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Drive cross-functional projects with engineering, product, and data science teams
- Conduct competitive analysis and patent landscape evaluations
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and industry forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record of scaling disruptive innovations to enterprise level
- Expertise in AI/ML frameworks, quantum computing principles, and Web3 architectures
- MBA or MS in Computer Science/Engineering preferred
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation (patents, journals, conferences)
- Experience with agile methodologies and DevOps transformation
- Strong stakeholder management across technical and non-technical audiences
- Certifications in cloud architecture (AWS/GCP/Azure) required