Job Description
Join 2026 Innovations as we architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to decode emerging trends and shape our decade-long innovation roadmap. This role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge technology deployment, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they happen. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in translating futuristic concepts into market-ready solutions while maintaining our position at the vanguard of technological evolution.
Our San Francisco headquarters operates at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable innovation. This position offers unparalleled influence in defining how humanity navigates the 2026 horizon and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 10-year strategic foresight frameworks for emerging technologies
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-forward solutions
- Identify and analyze disruptive trends across quantum, biotech, and AI sectors
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate foresight into corporate strategy
- Present visionary roadmaps to stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic and research institutions
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic factors influencing future landscapes
- Mentor junior futurists in strategic innovation methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Futures Studies, or related field
- Proven track record of predicting market-defining trends
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, AI governance, and climate tech
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Published research or thought leadership in futurism publications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., APF, Foresight Practitioner)