Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next decade of technological disruption. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking leader who can anticipate industry shifts, design future-proof business models, and guide our organization through the 2026 transformation landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and pioneering R&D teams to embed foresight into our DNA.
Our dynamic startup environment offers equity packages, flexible remote options, and unparalleled opportunities to shape industries. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your moment to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 innovation roadmaps aligned with emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale future-facing solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning and competitive analysis for 5-10 year strategic planning
- Design scenarios for market disruptions and organizational adaptation strategies
- Present future insights to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations
- Establish KPIs to track innovation maturity and future-readiness
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy/innovation with proven impact in tech-driven transformation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or relevant technical field
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Track record of scaling innovative products from concept to market leadership
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable plans
- Experience leading cross-cultural, distributed innovation teams
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-proofed business models or products