Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role requires blending foresight with execution, translating emerging trends into actionable strategies that will redefine our industry. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape the future of our global operations.
Why Austin? Our tech hub offers unparalleled access to talent, venture capital, and emerging tech ecosystems. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, cutting-edge facilities, and a culture where curiosity fuels progress.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, social, and economic trends to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market positioning
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks and risk mitigation plans for long-term resilience
- Lead stakeholder workshops to align leadership on future-focused initiatives
- Partner with R&D to prototype emerging technologies with commercial viability
- Author annual 'Future State' reports and present to executive boards and investors
- Mentor innovation teams in strategic thinking and trend synthesis methodologies
- Monitor regulatory shifts and geopolitical factors impacting 2026 business landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into scalable business models
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, Economics, or Futures Studies
- Strong data literacy with proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., TrendWatching, Gartner)
- Exceptional communication skills for influencing C-suite and external partners
- Experience managing cross-functional innovation teams across global markets
- Certification in Futures Studies or relevant strategic foresight program preferred