Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge technology with human-centric design to solve tomorrow's challenges today. You'll collaborate with global R&D teams, lead strategic roadmaps for emerging tech ecosystems, and drive initiatives that position our company as the innovation leader in the next decade.
We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas become reality. Our state-of-the-art innovation hub in San Francisco provides unparalleled resources to experiment with AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. This is more than a job – it's your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 innovation roadmaps integrating AI, blockchain, and quantum computing applications
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with 2026 commercial potential
- Design strategic partnerships with academic institutions and tech pioneers
- Create predictive models for technology adoption and market disruption timelines
- Present innovation strategies to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with measurable ROI targets
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology consulting
- Proven track record launching products/services with 3+ year market impact
- Expertise in emerging tech: generative AI, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Innovation
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Innovation Management
- Experience with patent strategy and IP portfolio development
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Published thought leadership in tech journals or industry forums