Job Description
Join Innovatech Solutions as we pioneer the future of technology. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands cutting-edge thinking, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to transform abstract concepts into actionable business strategies. You'll work alongside C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify emerging trends, disrupt markets, and position us as industry pioneers. Our Austin campus offers state-of-the-art labs, collaborative workspaces, and a culture that celebrates bold innovation. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities today, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable energy sectors
- Develop 2026-2030 strategic roadmaps with measurable KPIs and innovation milestones
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces on disruptive technologies
- Manage incubation projects for emerging tech opportunities (5G+, AR/VR, neuromorphic computing)
- Represent Innovatech at global tech summits and policy forums
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal innovation network
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial impact
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences and technical teams
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFTR)
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovations