Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-gen digital ecosystem. This role demands a blend of technical foresight and business acumen to transform emerging trends into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to define roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and immersive technologies that will redefine industries by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 market forecasts
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing and neural interfaces
- Conduct scenario planning for disruptive tech adoption
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-tech into commercial offerings
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and investors
- Monitor global tech policy implications for 2026 compliance
- Mentor junior futurists on emerging tech evaluation frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, AR/VR)
- Proven track record of scaling tech initiatives to enterprise level
- Published thought leadership on future-tech trends
- Experience with horizon scanning and technology forecasting
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Strong stakeholder management across global organizations