Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs to architect the technological frontier of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to identify emerging trends, develop disruptive innovation roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in building next-generation solutions. This role combines foresight analysis with hands-on implementation to transform industries through exponential technologies.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 2026 market impact potential
- Develop 3-year technology roadmaps aligned with company vision and industry disruption timelines
- Lead innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams to prototype future solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board members with data-backed ROI projections
- Build and maintain partnerships with startups, research institutions, and industry pioneers
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and ethical implications of emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership at Fortune 500 scale
- Proven track record of launching products built on emerging tech (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Expertise in technology forecasting methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Strategy
- Strong network within Silicon Valley tech ecosystem and innovation hubs
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Innovation Management preferred