Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we redefine the future of technology and human interaction. We're seeking a visionary Future Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge AI, sustainable tech, and human-centric design. This role sits at the intersection of innovation and execution, where your strategic foresight will directly shape products that impact billions.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, translates complex trends into actionable plans, and leads cross-functional teams through rapid prototyping cycles. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neuroscientists, and climate tech pioneers to build the next generation of intelligent systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps aligned with emerging megatrends
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for AI governance and ethical deployment frameworks
- Conduct market analysis for next-gen interfaces (AR/VR, neural interfaces)
- Champion sustainable innovation metrics across product lifecycle
- Partner with C-suite to align strategic initiatives with long-term vision
- Mentor futurists and innovation specialists in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, product innovation, or futures research
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or AI ethics
- Proven track record of executing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Advanced degree in Strategy, Technology Management, or Futurism
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting (IEEE, MIT Sloan, etc.)
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex transformation
- Deep understanding of UN Sustainable Development Goals tech implications