Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the future of innovation. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect solutions that will define 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to drive our next-generation tech roadmap. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify emerging trends, evaluate disruptive technologies, and implement strategies that position us as industry pioneers. If you're passionate about transforming abstract concepts into tangible breakthroughs, we invite you to lead our charge into tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 3-year technology strategy aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging trends (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence) to identify opportunities
- Lead stakeholder workshops to align leadership on future technology investments
- Build financial models for R&D initiatives with ROI projections for 2026 market entry
- Partner with product teams to prototype next-gen solutions (AR/VR, decentralized systems)
- Represent company at global tech forums to shape industry discourse
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech forecasting
- Proven track record of launching products with 3+ year lead times
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Analytics
- Deep expertise in at least two future-tech domains (e.g., quantum, neuromorphic computing)
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight (e.g., CFTe)
- Experience scaling teams for long-term R&D initiatives
- Presentation skills for executive audiences and industry conferences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful tech roadmaps with 2026+ impact