Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next wave of technological breakthroughs. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable execution, transforming futuristic concepts into market-leading solutions. You'll collaborate with elite teams in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub, shaping industries before they exist. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech, this is your moment to redefine progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year innovation roadmaps for emerging technologies
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum AI and biotech convergence
- Conduct horizon scanning for disruptive technologies with global impact potential
- Design scalable frameworks for rapid prototyping and market validation
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Drive cultural transformation toward agile innovation methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or future-tech leadership
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products/services
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA/MS/MPhil preferred)
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight publications
- Experience with innovation frameworks (e.g., Design Thinking, Blue Ocean Strategy)
- Certification in emerging technology trend analysis