Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and drive breakthrough innovations that will redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical strategy execution, working with our elite R&D team in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters. You'll have direct impact on shaping products that serve 500M+ users globally while championing ethical tech adoption.
What you'll experience:
- Unprecedented creative freedom to explore emerging technologies
- Collaboration with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers
- Competitive equity package and comprehensive wellness benefits
- Flexible work arrangements with quarterly innovation retreats
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for AI, quantum computing, and biotech breakthroughs through 2026
- Develop technology roadmaps aligned with market disruption predictions
- Partner with C-suite to translate future scenarios into actionable product strategies
- Present findings to global stakeholders through TED-style presentations
- Build and mentor a cross-functional team of futurist researchers
- Author white papers that influence industry standards and policy
- Drive innovation sprints focused on 5-10 year technology adoption curves
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record predicting tech trends (provide portfolio of published forecasts)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Theory, or Futures Studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFM preferred)
- Published thought leadership in top-tier tech publications