Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Innovation Lead. You will architect and execute our next-generation roadmap, bridging emerging technologies with market-ready solutions. This role demands visionary thinking and hands-on execution in shaping the digital landscape of tomorrow. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform futuristic concepts into scalable products while driving industry disruption.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the 2026 technology innovation strategy, aligning with long-term business objectives
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and decentralized systems
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and tech pioneers
- Manage a cross-disciplinary team of futurists, engineers, and product designers
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market trends
- Present innovation roadmaps to C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Secure and allocate innovation budgets across experimental projects
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology innovation or product development leadership
- Proven track record launching breakthrough products (3+ major launches)
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, AI governance, blockchain
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Experience building and scaling high-performance innovation teams
- Deep understanding of global tech policy and regulatory landscapes
- Exceptional strategic planning and stakeholder management skills
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism or innovation management