Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's technology landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect the digital frontier beyond 2026. This role sits at the intersection of emerging tech, market analysis, and disruptive innovation, requiring a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on technical leadership. You'll shape our 10-year technology roadmap while building bridges between cutting-edge research and commercial viability. Work alongside world-class engineers, AI researchers, and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute long-term technology roadmaps targeting 2026+ innovation horizons
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AGI, biotech convergence) for strategic integration
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives with $5M+ annual budgets
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and venture labs
- Present technology vision to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build and lead a high-impact innovation team
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in emerging tech commercialization
- Expertise in at least two of: AI/ML, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Published research or patents in forward-looking technologies
- Experience with scenario planning and futures forecasting methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical storytelling