Job Description
Join 2026 Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution, shaping products that will define the 2030s. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional labs, and influence global conversations on the future of human-machine symbiosis.
Our culture rewards bold thinking and rapid prototyping. With 15+ patents filed in 2023 and partnerships with NASA and MIT, we empower futurists to transform hypotheses into tangible innovations. Enjoy flexible remote work, unlimited R&D budgets, and equity in a company valued at $2B+.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives through horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Architect innovation roadmaps with 5-10 year vision, aligning with company objectives
- Facilitate executive workshops on emerging tech disruption and future scenarios
- Manage cross-functional labs prototyping next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Develop patentable frameworks for predictive modeling of technological adoption curves
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and publish industry whitepapers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (portfolio required)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or relevant technical field
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and quantitative trend analysis
- Strong network with academic and industry futurist communities
- Published author or keynote speaker on future technologies
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Causal Layered Analysis)