Job Description
Join Innovate Future Labs as we redefine the technological landscape for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of technical acumen, market foresight, and strategic leadership to position our company at the forefront of emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and market disruption, this is your opportunity to shape tomorrow's digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market predictions
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for competitive advantage
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future product ecosystems
- Present strategic insights to investors and board members
- Partner with R&D to prioritize R&D investments in breakthrough technologies
- Author thought leadership publications on future tech disruption
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory shifts affecting tech adoption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Proven track record forecasting tech market shifts (e.g., Gartner hype cycle expertise)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their convergence
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Experience working in agile/scrum environments
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)