Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as our 2026 Innovation Lead and shape the future of technology and human experience. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond, driving breakthrough innovations across AI, biotech, and sustainable systems.
This role demands a blend of futurist thinking, technical acumen, and leadership excellence. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities and transform them into scalable solutions.
What We Offer: Competitive equity package, unlimited PTO, $10k annual innovation budget, and flexible remote-first culture. Help us build the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy roadmap with measurable KPIs
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and launch breakthrough technologies
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis for emerging tech disruptions
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D budget through stakeholder alignment
- Establish partnerships with MIT, NASA, and other innovation ecosystems
- Present findings to Board of Directors and industry forums
- Mentor junior innovators in design thinking and agile methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching commercialized tech products
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Futurism
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neuromorphic AI
- Strong financial modeling and budget management experience
- Published thought leadership in innovation journals or conferences
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and prototyping software