Job Description
Join FuturEdge Technologies as we pioneer the next frontier of digital transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next generation of AI-driven solutions. This role sits at the intersection of emerging technology and market disruption, requiring you to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, anticipates market shifts 3-5 years ahead, and can galvanize cross-functional teams around ambitious goals. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to shape product roadmaps while maintaining ethical AI frameworks and sustainable innovation practices.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological convergence trends
- Lead market research on quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, and generative AI evolution
- Design scalable frameworks for ethical AI implementation across enterprise systems
- Facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning for regulatory and ethical disruptions
- Build strategic partnerships with academic labs and R&D pioneers
- Translate complex technical concepts into investor-grade narratives
- Manage $2M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or emerging technology roles
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products
- Deep expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Certification in futures thinking or strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Experience with ethical AI governance frameworks (NIST, EU AI Act)
- Prior startup or scale-up leadership in B2B SaaS
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Innovation
- Portfolio of published thought leadership on 2025-2030 tech trends