Job Title: Technology Innovation Analyst
Location: Cincinnati General Offices (Hybrid)
Job Summary
The selected candidate will focus on executing landscape assessments, startup mapping, and technology due diligence activities to identify and evaluate innovative startups for potential partnerships. The role requires close collaboration with internal technology and innovation teams to support the innovation pipeline and assess emerging technologies, market trends, and startup capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Conduct landscape assessments and prepare startup mappings based on identified business and technology needs.
- Perform technology due diligence and risk assessments on relevant startups.
- Monitor emerging technologies and identify new market trends and opportunities.
- Document findings and provide clear reports to support strategic decision-making.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support innovation initiatives and maintain continuity of the innovation pipeline.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (Required).
- Well-versed in technology, market trends, and key industry players.
- Ability to conduct technical due diligence across a broad range of technology domains.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Fast learner with the ability to adapt to new technologies and concepts.
- Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to think strategically and translate ideas into actionable outcomes.
Must-Have Skills
- Software Engineering / Computer Science Degree.
- Technology Due Diligence experience.
- Strong understanding of technology markets, trends, and industry players.
- Startup evaluation and risk assessment experience.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Strategic thinking and execution capabilities.
- Team leadership experience.
- Experience identifying emerging technologies and innovation opportunities.
- Strong business acumen and decision-support reporting experience.