Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge AI research, sustainable tech deployment, and human-centric design to shape the future of digital ecosystems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate market disruptions, incubate breakthrough technologies, and position our organization as the industry's thought leader for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026 technology strategy aligned with emerging trends in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and decentralized systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions including AI ethics frameworks, carbon-neutral infrastructure, and neuro-interfaces
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government bodies to shape regulatory landscapes for emerging technologies
- Present visionary roadmaps to investors and board members securing $50M+ in future-focused R&D funding
- Monitor global tech disruption signals through proprietary foresight methodologies and scenario planning
- Mentor junior futurists while publishing industry-recognized white papers on 2026 tech paradigms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with proven experience mapping 5+ year horizons
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: quantum computing, synthetic biology, and Web3 infrastructure
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (Nature, MIT Tech Review) or equivalent industry authority
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical field
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies: Delphi analysis, horizon scanning, and causal layered analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating successful technology commercialization with $100M+ impact
- Security clearance eligibility for government partnership initiatives