Job Description
Join Innovate Future Labs as we shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll translate foresight into actionable plans that drive innovation across our global enterprise.
Our team operates at the intersection of technology, sociology, and design thinking. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and external thought leaders to identify paradigm shifts and position our organization as an industry pioneer. This hybrid role offers flexibility while maintaining deep engagement with our San Francisco innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for enterprise decision-making
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing principles into R&D pipelines
- Produce executive-ready trend briefings and innovation roadmaps with quantifiable impact projections
- Curate and lead cross-functional 'Future Councils' with internal and external stakeholders
- Represent the company at global foresight forums and publish thought leadership in emerging domains
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field with 8+ years of applied foresight experience
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into enterprise-level strategic initiatives
- Expertise in scenario planning, technology assessment, and systemic innovation methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology) and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation portfolio demonstrating complex concept simplification
- Published thought leadership in futures research or innovation strategy (e.g., MIT Sloan, HBR)
- Experience building and managing foresight teams in corporate or consulting environments