Job Description
Join FutureWorks Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap and transform disruptive concepts into market-defining solutions. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and cross-functional leadership to position our organization as the industry benchmark for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive innovation roadmap targeting 2026+ market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling futuristic technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Analyze emerging tech trends and competitive landscapes to inform strategic decisions
- Drive R&D initiatives with $5M+ annual budget allocation for moonshot projects
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders for alignment
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab and Stanford Future Science Institute on cutting-edge research
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or future-tech leadership
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products with $100M+ market impact
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies: generative AI, Web3, or climate tech
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Exceptional storytelling and stakeholder management skills
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation (HBR, Wired, or equivalent)
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred