Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's digital landscape. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This hybrid role combines foresight with execution, requiring you to anticipate technological shifts while driving innovation across our portfolio. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable roadmaps that position us at the forefront of emerging trends.
Why InnovateForward? We're a pre-IPO tech pioneer with 200+ patents and a culture that rewards bold thinking. Our San Francisco hub offers cutting-edge labs, unlimited learning budgets, and the autonomy to transform ideas into reality. Relocation assistance included for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and business objectives
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies (quantum, AR/VR, neuromorphic computing)
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate futuristic solutions
- Present strategic briefings to investors and board members on technology ROI
- Establish innovation governance frameworks for ethical tech adoption
- Partner with R&D to commercialize breakthrough technologies
- Monitor global tech policy developments and regulatory impacts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented initiatives (e.g., metaverse, AI ethics frameworks)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management
- Deep expertise in emerging tech stacks (blockchain, quantum computing, generative AI)
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive dashboards
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation forums
- Experience securing $10M+ innovation budgets