Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect groundbreaking solutions that redefine industries. We're seeking a visionary leader to bridge emerging technologies with human-centric design, creating sustainable frameworks for the next generation. This hybrid role combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive market shifts
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Present innovation blueprints to C-suite executives at global summits
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging technology methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or technology consulting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or MBA
- Published thought leadership on 4IR technologies (2020-2025)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis frameworks
- Portfolio of implemented enterprise innovation initiatives
- Certification in emerging technology governance (e.g., IEEE Ethically Aligned Design)