Job Description
Join Innovate Forward Labs as we architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role requires a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and creative problem-solving to shape next-generation solutions that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate emerging technologies into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech, and want to build tomorrow's breakthroughs today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Conduct competitive analysis and scenario planning for disruptive innovations
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investors
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and tech pioneers
- Monitor regulatory landscapes and ethical implications of emerging tech
- Drive innovation culture through hackathons and R&D initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotechnology convergence
- Proven track record of launching successful future-focused products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Exceptional analytical and scenario-planning skills
- Strong presentation and stakeholder management abilities
- Certification in emerging technologies or strategy (e.g., TOGAF, CISSP)
- Experience with sustainability and ethical tech frameworks