Job Description
Join InnovateNext Corp as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to architect our next-gen innovation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, driving our position at the forefront of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready solutions.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, excels at cross-functional leadership, and possesses an insatiable curiosity about emerging paradigms. This is more than a job – it's an opportunity to shape the technological trajectory of the decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and technology forecasting for 2026+ innovations
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating emerging technologies into core business operations
- Manage cross-functional teams executing pilot projects for next-gen solutions
- Present technology roadmaps to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Conduct competitive analysis in emerging tech domains (quantum, AI ethics, biotech)
- Build relationships with academic institutions and startups in emerging tech ecosystems
- Author thought leadership content positioning our vision for 2026 technology landscape
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record in emerging technology adoption (AI/ML, quantum, or biotech)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience with technology foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Exceptional stakeholder management across technical and executive domains
- Published research or patents in future-facing technologies
- Certification in innovation management or strategic foresight preferred
- Deep understanding of ethical implications of emerging technologies