Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we pioneer groundbreaking solutions for 2026. We seek a visionary Innovation Strategist to architect our next-gen roadmap, transforming emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype future-facing initiatives while maintaining our position as industry pioneers.
Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas directly shape the future of global markets. With competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity, this is your chance to make tangible impact on the next decade of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and disruptive trends to inform strategic direction
- Lead cross-functional workshops to generate and prioritize future-focused initiatives
- Quantify market potential and ROI for next-generation products and services
- Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate future concepts
- Monitor competitive landscapes and identify first-mover advantages
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing future-focused business strategies
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and market forecasting
- Strong quantitative skills with proficiency in data visualization tools
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex initiatives
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Social Sciences preferred
- Published thought leadership in innovation or future studies a plus