Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of technological and societal transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for the coming decade, blending emerging technologies with human-centric design to redefine industry standards. This role sits at the intersection of foresight research, product innovation, and sustainable business strategy.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in quantum computing integration, AI ethics frameworks, and decentralized systems while mentoring a team of futurists. Our dynamic startup environment offers unparalleled autonomy to experiment with cutting-edge concepts and shape tomorrow's solutions today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with emerging tech trends
- Lead scenario planning for 2026+ market disruptions
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions (quantum/AI/IoT)
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor junior futurists and build innovation pipelines
- Identify and secure strategic partnerships for tech adoption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futures research
- Expertise in emerging tech (quantum computing, generative AI, Web3)
- Proven track record of scaling disruptive products
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Strong data visualization and scenario modeling skills
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Innovation
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism
- Experience with ethical AI governance frameworks