Job Description
Join Innovatech Solutions as we pioneer tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the next decade of technological advancement. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams to turn 2026's potential into reality. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, technology, and human-centric design, this is your moment to shape the future.
Our Austin-based hub offers an unparalleled environment for innovation, with cutting-edge labs, flexible workspaces, and collaborative partnerships with leading research institutions. You'll work alongside world-class engineers, designers, and business strategists to develop actionable frameworks that drive our product portfolio forward.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market entry
- Develop and maintain multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with company vision and industry shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product strategies
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive landscapes
- Build frameworks for ethical technology adoption and sustainable innovation
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into market-ready solutions
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data analysis and scenario planning capabilities
- Strong background in cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, Futures Studies, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating successful innovation initiatives or published foresight work
- Experience in Austin or major tech ecosystems preferred