Job Description
Join 2026 at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies that will redefine industries. As a pivotal member of our global innovation team, you'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to anticipate market shifts and drive competitive advantage. Our dynamic San Francisco headquarters offers unparalleled resources to prototype future-ready solutions while collaborating with world-class technologists, designers, and thought leaders. This is your opportunity to shape the trajectory of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, sociology, and economics
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops with executive stakeholders
- Produce forward-looking scenario planning and risk assessments
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-concept products and services
- Represent 2026 at global innovation forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in futurism, innovation strategy, or technology foresight
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Proven track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, or related field
- Published thought leadership in innovation or emerging technologies
- Experience leading cross-cultural teams in matrix organizations
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)