Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary strategist to translate emerging trends into actionable roadmaps for our portfolio of disruptive startups. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to position our companies as industry pioneers while navigating ethical implications and market disruptions.
We offer a dynamic remote-first culture with quarterly in-person innovation retreats in Austin's tech corridor. Your work will directly influence how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with market forecasts for 2026
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging tech disruptions (quantum, AI ethics, bio-integration)
- Partner with R&D teams to prioritize innovation investments
- Build scenario models for technological adoption curves across industries
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing infrastructure
- Produce quarterly trend briefings for executive stakeholders
- Navigate regulatory landscapes for emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic tech planning or innovation management
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership on technology forecasting (IEEE, HBR, etc.)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester methodologies)
- Experience scaling tech startups through paradigm shifts
- Certification in AI governance or sustainable tech frameworks
- Demonstrated success in translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Portfolio of 2026+ technology roadmaps or trend reports