Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. Shape how industries adapt to quantum computing, AI ethics, and immersive metaverse ecosystems while leading cross-functional innovation sprints. Your strategic foresight will directly impact our roadmap for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 industry predictions
- Lead scenario planning for emerging tech disruptions (quantum, AGI, Web4)
- Advocate AI governance frameworks for ethical deployment
- Collaborate with R&D on prototype validation for 2026 use cases
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Monitor global tech policy shifts affecting 2026 compliance
- Mentor junior futurists in trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic tech consulting or corporate innovation
- Expertise in forecasting emerging technologies (Gartner hype cycle experience)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Futurism, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2026+ tech trends
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Palisade @Risk)
- Experience with quantum computing or blockchain architectures
- Strong network with IEEE, ACM, or World Future Society