Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's technological landscape. As a Future Technology Strategist, you'll architect our 2026 innovation roadmap, guiding us through emerging tech frontiers like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure. This pivotal role demands a visionary who thrives at the intersection of foresight and execution.
We offer unparalleled opportunities to shape industry standards, collaborate with global pioneers, and transform theoretical concepts into market-defining solutions. Your work will directly influence our $2B R&D pipeline and position us as the vanguard of technological evolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive 2026 technology strategy aligning with market trends and business objectives
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum, AI, blockchain, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, product, and research teams
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Present technology roadmaps to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory impacts on future tech adoption
- Drive R&D budget allocation for breakthrough initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech forecasting
- Proven track record of launching commercialized innovations
- Expertise in at least three future-tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Exceptional analytical and scenario-planning capabilities
- Experience securing $50M+ R&D funding
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Innovation Management
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry forums