Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as a 2026 Innovation Strategist and lead our charge into tomorrow's frontier. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect groundbreaking solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role combines cutting-edge technology with human-centered design to solve complex challenges in AI, sustainability, and digital transformation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, spearhead R&D initiatives, and shape our innovation roadmap for the next decade. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, technology, and strategic execution, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026 innovation roadmap aligned with global market trends
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive opportunities and competitive threats
- Drive strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
- Present innovation frameworks to stakeholders and secure executive buy-in
- Manage a $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Champion a culture of experimentation and rapid prototyping across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of scaling breakthrough technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AI/ML, blockchain, IoT, sustainable tech)
- Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or Technology preferred
- Experience with scenario planning and futures methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., PDMA, CMI) a plus
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major innovation initiatives delivered