Job Description
Join Innovate Forward Inc. as we redefine technological innovation for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market implementation, driving sustainable growth in AI, quantum computing, and decentralized systems. Shape the future while collaborating with Nobel laureates, NASA engineers, and disruptive startups in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 industry disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping AI-driven sustainability solutions
- Conduct competitive analysis of emerging quantum computing applications
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite executives and investors
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget for R&D initiatives
- Author thought leadership publications on tech convergence trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Expertise in AI/ML frameworks and quantum computing principles
- Proven track record of launching enterprise-scale digital transformation
- Published research in IEEE or Nature Technology journals preferred
- Certification in Technology Strategy or Futures Thinking (e.g., Foresight Graduate Certificate)
- Experience with blockchain, IoT, and neuromorphic computing ecosystems