Job Description
Join our visionary team at InnovateForward Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a Future Technologies Strategist to shape our roadmap for emerging innovations in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy to position us at the forefront of tomorrow's digital revolution.
As a key member of our R&D leadership, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to transform theoretical concepts into market-ready solutions. Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled opportunities to influence global tech policies and drive sustainable innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 technology roadmaps for quantum computing and AI integration
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen sustainable tech solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Partner with C-suite executives to align tech strategy with business objectives
- Present findings to industry panels and regulatory bodies shaping tech policy
- Mentor junior researchers in futuristic technology assessment methodologies
- Drive innovation through hackathons and external ecosystem partnerships
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic technology planning at Fortune 500 or unicorn startup
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, AI ethics, or sustainable tech
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough tech products
- Exceptional analytical skills with systems thinking capabilities
- Published research in peer-reviewed tech journals
- Experience presenting to C-suite and regulatory bodies
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management