Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as we seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist. You'll architect cutting-edge solutions that redefine industries, leveraging emerging technologies to solve humanity's grand challenges. This role demands a blend of futurist thinking, technical acumen, and business leadership to shape our roadmap for the next decade.
We offer unparalleled opportunities to work with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and government agencies in a culture that rewards bold ideas. Our competitive compensation package includes equity, unlimited PTO, and a $10,000 annual innovation budget.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients using AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and domain experts
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Present strategic frameworks to C-suite executives and regulatory bodies
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolios with ROI-driven KPIs
- Build partnerships with MIT Media Lab, NASA, and World Economic Forum
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or product development with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Proven track record launching technologies with $100M+ market impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Executive presence with experience advising C-suite executives
- Published thought leadership in Harvard Business Review or similar
- Fluency in futures methodologies (scenario planning, Delphi technique)