Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary strategist to lead our forward-thinking initiatives, shaping how emerging technologies will redefine industries. This role requires a blend of technical acumen and business foresight to develop actionable roadmaps for our clients' digital transformation journeys. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate future risks in an era of unprecedented innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for enterprise clients
- Lead scenario planning workshops on AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Produce competitive intelligence reports on emerging tech startups
- Design predictive models for workforce automation impacts
- Present strategic insights at industry conferences and executive summits
- Build partnerships with academic labs and research institutions
- Mentor junior futurists on methodology and ethical tech frameworks
Qualifications
- 8+ years in tech strategy or corporate innovation roles
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Proven track record of delivering C-suite strategic recommendations
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Business, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight publications
- Certification in Horizon Scanning or Technology Roadmapping
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method)
- Strong network with venture capitalists and tech incubators