Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Technologist to shape our innovation roadmap and drive next-gen breakthroughs. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on technical leadership to transform emerging concepts into market-ready solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities while ensuring our technological investments align with long-term societal trends. If you thrive at the intersection of bleeding-edge technology and strategic planning, this is your chance to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and technology forecasting to identify disruptive innovations through 2026+
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Partner with product teams to translate foresight into actionable R&D initiatives
- Conduct stakeholder workshops to align leadership on emerging technology adoption
- Author thought leadership publications on future tech paradigms
- Maintain competitive intelligence across global innovation ecosystems
- Manage technology portfolio prioritization with ROI forecasting
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in future-focused roles
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Proven track record of launching innovative tech products or services
- Strong analytical skills with ability to model complex technological scenarios
- Exceptional communication skills for executive stakeholder engagement
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Experience with scenario planning and technology adoption curves
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or patents