Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we pioneer the technological frontier of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem and drive innovation that will redefine industries. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position our company at the vanguard of emerging technologies.
As part of our elite Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and government think tanks to develop transformative frameworks that will shape the next decade. We offer unparalleled resources, including a $50M innovation budget and access to quantum computing infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026 technology roadmap with 10-year strategic vision
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough solutions in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Analyze global tech trends to identify disruptive opportunities and competitive threats
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members quarterly
- Manage $20M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-driven KPIs
- Partner with MIT and Stanford on joint research initiatives
- Mentor junior strategists through our Future Leaders program
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Strategic Innovation (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in technology strategy at Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Proven track record of launching at least three market-defining products
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, blockchain, neurotech)
- Exceptional executive communication with ability to simplify complex concepts
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from WFS or Foresight Practitioners)
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier tech publications