Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we shape the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Technology Strategist to lead our next-gen innovation initiatives. This role requires a blend of technical foresight, business acumen, and creative problem-solving to develop long-term roadmaps for emerging technologies including quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech infrastructures.
You will collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and translate them into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and human-centered design, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with market trends and organizational goals
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to prototype and validate emerging technologies
- Conduct scenario planning for technological disruption and regulatory impacts
- Establish KPIs for innovation projects and track ROI on R&D investments
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and boards
- Foster partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Build and mentor a high-performing innovation team
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, AI, blockchain, IoT)
- Experience with scenario planning and futures forecasting methodologies
- Strong background in innovation management and commercialization
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Exceptional analytical and strategic communication skills
- Track record of launching successful technology initiatives
- Certification in technology foresight or innovation management preferred