Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric innovation. This role demands a pioneer who can decode emerging trends, shape disruptive strategies, and lead cross-functional teams toward sustainable growth in an era of unprecedented change.
Our San Francisco-based hub thrives on audacious thinking and collaborative execution. You'll partner with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global innovation partners to translate foresight into actionable blueprints. If you're passionate about defining how humanity and technology will converge in 2026 and beyond, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives identifying technological, social, and economic trends for 2026 horizon
- Develop innovation roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and sustainable technologies
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product development
- Present trend analyses and strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, researchers, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technological convergence scenarios
- Drive scenario planning for geopolitical shifts and regulatory landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurism
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data storytelling with visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex transformation initiatives
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption scenarios