Job Description
Join InnovateNext Corp as a Future Tech Strategist to architect the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary leader to drive our innovation roadmap, anticipating disruptive technologies and transforming them into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our 5-year technology vision while building cross-functional teams to execute groundbreaking initiatives. This is your opportunity to define tomorrow's digital frontier today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology strategy roadmap aligned with business objectives
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Monitor global tech trends and competitive disruption signals
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused allocation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching future-facing tech products (post-2025)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, etc.)
- Strategic consulting background with Fortune 500 experience
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or Innovation Management
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Certification in emerging tech (e.g., AWS AI Specialty, Google Quantum AI)