Job Description
Join Innovate Forward Inc. as we pioneer the technological landscape of tomorrow. We seek a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our roadmap beyond 2026, transforming emerging innovations into market-defining solutions. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and cross-functional leadership to shape our organization's next chapter.
Based in our San Francisco headquarters, you'll collaborate with R&D, product, and executive teams to identify disruptive technologies, assess market readiness, and develop long-term strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of cutting-edge research and commercial application, driving innovation that redefines industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-10 year technology strategy incorporating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Develop market entry strategies for breakthrough innovations
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and design teams
- Present technology roadmaps to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and startups
- Conduct scenario planning for technological disruption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership
- Proven track record in emerging technology commercialization
- Expertise in at least two future-tech domains (e.g., AI ethics, quantum applications)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business
- Experience with technology forecasting methodologies
- Exceptional stakeholder management across all organizational levels
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation