Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological frontier of 2026. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for tomorrow's digital landscape. In this pivotal role, you'll translate emerging trends into actionable roadmaps while leading cross-functional teams to build disruptive innovations that redefine industries.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of foresight and execution, leveraging cutting-edge research to shape product roadmaps that anticipate market shifts by 3-5 years. You'll collaborate with global R&D teams, present strategic frameworks to C-suite executives, and oversee the development of prototype technologies with trillion-dollar market potential.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps mapping AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen digital experiences
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 market impact
- Present strategic frameworks to investors and board members quarterly
- Partner with product teams to integrate emerging technologies into commercial pipelines
- Author thought leadership publications on future technology trends
- Manage $5M+ R&D budget for experimental technology initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record launching products with 2026+ market relevance
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- Fluency in technology forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Experience scaling teams for disruptive innovation projects