Job Description
Shape the future with us as a 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist at FutureWorks Inc. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap and drive breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team in San Francisco and lead the charge in anticipating technological disruptions, emerging consumer behaviors, and paradigm-shifting market forces.
As a key architect of our future vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to transform foresight into actionable strategies. This role offers unparalleled influence to build tomorrow's solutions today in a dynamic environment where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal trends to forecast market opportunities and disruptive forces through 2026
- Develop and implement innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and sustainability goals
- Lead cross-functional teams in ideating and prototyping breakthrough solutions for future markets
- Conduct horizon scanning and scenario planning to identify strategic inflection points
- Present future-focused insights to executive leadership and board members
- Build and maintain relationships with key industry disruptors, research institutions, and venture partners
- Mentor innovation teams in future-proofing methodologies and strategic foresight
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Innovation Management, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of launching future-focused initiatives with measurable market impact
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications
- Exceptional strategic communication skills with ability to articulate complex future scenarios
- Experience with data visualization tools and predictive modeling for trend analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating innovation leadership in transforming future insights into commercial solutions