Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the future landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to drive innovation, anticipate emerging trends, and translate cutting-edge concepts into actionable roadmaps. This role combines strategic foresight with technical execution to shape products that will redefine industries. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable tech while navigating ambiguity with precision, this is your calling.
Our dynamic team operates at the intersection of Silicon Valley ingenuity and global impact, offering unparalleled opportunities to work on projects that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and sustainability experts to build solutions that matter.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and climate tech initiatives
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating futuristic concepts into MVP prototypes
- Analyze emerging tech trends (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology) and assess commercial viability
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen AI systems and autonomous technologies
- Present strategic visions to C-suite executives and venture capital partners
- Establish KPIs for measuring impact on 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets for experimental tech incubation projects
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy with proven track record in emerging technologies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics (PhD preferred)
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or advanced AI systems
- Published research in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier-1 journals
- Experience scaling tech ventures from concept to $100M+ valuation
- Deep understanding of ethical AI governance frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ technologies commercialized in last decade