Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs, where we're architecting tomorrow's technological landscape today. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to lead our 2026 technology roadmap and transform emerging innovations into market-defining solutions. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with commercial execution, ensuring our position at the forefront of the next technological revolution.
In this executive-level position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting technologies. Your strategic insights will shape product development, investment decisions, and market expansion plans for our next-generation portfolio. We offer a dynamic environment where your work directly influences how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 technology strategy roadmap, aligning with company vision and market projections
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum AI, neurotech, decentralized systems) and assess commercial viability
- Partner with R&D to translate breakthrough innovations into scalable product solutions
- Develop competitive advantage frameworks through patent strategy and ecosystem positioning
- Present technology forecasts and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board members
- Manage cross-functional initiatives between engineering, product, and business development teams
- Establish thought leadership through industry publications and keynote speaking engagements
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or C-suite technology leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Deep expertise in futures forecasting methodologies and technology adoption curves
- Executive-level communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts
- Strategic partnerships with leading research institutions (MIT, Stanford, ETH Zurich)
- Experience building and managing high-impact innovation labs or R&D divisions
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with technology focus