Job Description
Join our visionary team as a 2026 Futurist Technology Strategist and shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking a forward-thinking innovator to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies that will define the next decade. This hybrid role requires deep analytical prowess, creative foresight, and the ability to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate market disruptions, identify breakthrough opportunities, and drive R&D initiatives across quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech integration. Your insights will directly influence our product roadmap and investment priorities, positioning us as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AGI, neural interfaces) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast disruptive innovations and competitive threats
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-driven impact models
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track progress against 2026 milestones
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on technology's societal impact
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in forecasting tech trends (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle analysis)
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Systems Engineering, or equivalent field
- Published work on emerging technologies or future scenarios
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method)
- Strong data visualization skills (Tableau, Power BI)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful tech strategy implementations
- Certification in Futures Studies or Technology Foresight preferred