Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. As our Senior Futurist 2026, you'll architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and lead cross-disciplinary teams in creating breakthrough solutions for the 2026 horizon. This role combines deep technical expertise with foresight analysis to shape industries.
Work in our state-of-the-art Austin campus, where innovation meets sustainability. We offer competitive equity, unlimited PTO, and a culture that rewards bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for C-suite executives
- Coordinate with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Author white papers and thought leadership on emerging trends
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across departments
- Present strategic recommendations at global industry forums
- Analyze geopolitical and socioeconomic impacts on technology adoption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurism
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Social Sciences
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends (2018-2023)
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Strong data modeling and scenario planning skills
- Published author in futurism or technology journals
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)