Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technologies that will define 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to shape our roadmap for emerging innovations in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role bridges cutting-edge research with market implementation, ensuring our solutions lead the next wave of digital transformation.
You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to identify breakthrough opportunities, translate complex concepts into actionable strategies, and drive product development for 2026-era challenges. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, technology, and business impact, this is your opportunity to build tomorrow's solutions today.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead stakeholder workshops to translate future visions into product requirements
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate next-gen solutions
- Establish KPIs for measuring 2026-readiness of current systems
- Represent company at future-tech conferences and thought leadership forums
- Competitive analysis of 2026 technology landscapes and disruptors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Expertise in forecasting tech adoption curves and market shifts
- Proven experience with AI/ML, quantum computing, or sustainability tech
- Certification in futures thinking (e.g., CFTE, Foresight Practitioner)
- Strong background in product development lifecycle for complex systems
- Excellent presentation skills for executive and technical audiences
- Track record of launching future-focused products ahead of market
- MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field