Job Description
Shape the future with FutureWorks Labs! We're seeking a forward-thinking Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 product roadmap. Join our dynamic team in Austin, TX, where you'll drive breakthrough solutions at the intersection of AI, sustainability, and human-centered design. This is your opportunity to build legacy-defining products while working with world-class engineers and visionaries.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses a proven ability to translate market signals into actionable innovation frameworks. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to define next-gen product ecosystems while maintaining agile execution. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this role is your launchpad.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 product vision and innovation pipeline aligned with emerging tech trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify white-space opportunities in AI-driven markets
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable tech
- Partner with R&D to prototype breakthrough solutions using rapid experimentation cycles
- Analyze global market shifts to position products for 2026+ competitive landscapes
- Drive adoption of innovation frameworks (e.g., Blue Ocean Strategy, Lean Startup)
- Present strategic recommendations to stakeholders using data-driven storytelling
Qualifications
- 7+ years in product strategy or innovation leadership with tangible 2026+ tech roadmap experience
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, or biotech applications
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products with $50M+ revenue impact
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., PDMA, INSEAD Innovation Strategy)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or Innovation Management
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ innovation projects with measurable outcomes
- Exceptional systems thinking with ability to connect disparate market signals