Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs at the forefront of shaping 2026! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-gen roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical execution, requiring someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to build actionable frameworks for our 2026 product ecosystem while driving innovation across AI, sustainability, and immersive technologies.
Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly impact how millions experience the future. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macro-trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotech to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning models for product roadmaps aligned with 5-year vision
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into R&D priorities
- Author annual '2026 Horizon Report' for executive board and investor presentations
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic labs and emerging tech startups
- Mentor innovation teams in applying futures-thinking methodologies
- Represent company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or corporate innovation roles
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or scenario-planning projects
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) for trend modeling
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or foresight academy)