Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect next-gen solutions that redefine industries. This role blends foresight with execution, requiring you to anticipate emerging trends and translate them into actionable roadmaps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incubate breakthrough innovations while ensuring alignment with our mission of sustainable progress.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence)
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for industry disruption
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-forward solutions
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite and investors
- Manage innovation incubation programs for emerging tech
- Conduct competitive analysis in future-tech verticals
- Drive adoption of sustainable technology practices
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven experience with emerging tech (blockchain, generative AI, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Innovation Management
- Published thought leadership in tech journals (IEEE, HBR)
- Experience scaling global innovation programs
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks for emerging tech