Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, shape product roadmaps, and position our technology portfolio for the next paradigm shift. This role blends deep technical foresight with strategic business acumen, ideal for candidates who thrive at the intersection of innovation and market leadership.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and analyze global technological, economic, and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop future-proof product strategies aligning with long-term business objectives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype and validate emerging technology applications
- Deliver executive-level strategic briefings on future opportunity landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into organizational planning
- Monitor and report on disruptive competitor movements and emerging threats
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists and domain experts
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic planning, product management, or technology foresight
- Proven track record of translating future trends into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, or biotech
- Strong data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Exceptional presentation skills with C-suite experience
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting
- Fluency in strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)