Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the digital landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our next-generation technology roadmap, driving innovation in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and leadership to transform emerging trends into scalable solutions.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with global teams to identify disruptive technologies, mitigate future risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly impact how businesses and societies adapt to the technological revolution of the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 2026-focused technology strategy roadmap aligned with company vision
- Analyze emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology for strategic integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future-proof product architectures
- Present technology forecasts and recommendations to executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Monitor global tech policies and regulations affecting 2026 implementation
- Mentor junior strategists in future-tech methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Technology
- 8+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership
- Proven experience with emerging tech adoption frameworks
- Deep expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or sustainable tech
- Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFS) preferred
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism
- Experience scaling tech initiatives across global markets