Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary strategist to map the future of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This hybrid role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform emerging concepts into market-ready innovations. You'll collaborate with world-class researchers and industry disruptors to build a sustainable tech ecosystem that defines the next decade.
Why InnovateForward? We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the autonomy to shape tomorrow's technologies. Our state-of-the-art campus in San Francisco's innovation hub fosters groundbreaking research and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) aligned with 2026 market predictions
- Conduct scenario planning for global tech disruptions and regulatory shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions with industry partners
- Produce strategic whitepapers and thought leadership for C-suite executives
- Identify investment opportunities in emerging tech startups and academic research
- Design ethical frameworks for AI deployment and sustainable tech scaling
- Present strategic vision to stakeholders and industry conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning at tech firms or research institutions
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, AR/VR, sustainable tech)
- Proven track record in scenario planning and futures forecasting
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Experience with technology lifecycle management and market analysis
- Certification in futures studies or strategic foresight preferred
- Portfolio published in tech journals or industry whitepapers