Job Description
Join Innovatech 2026 as a Senior Futurist Strategist and lead our charge into tomorrow's frontier. We seek a visionary thinker to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design to shape industries and redefine possibilities. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-functional leadership, and an unwavering passion for transforming abstract concepts into tangible breakthroughs. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our state-of-the-art Embarcadero campus, where your insights will directly influence global tech policy and market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 global innovation strategy, aligning technological trends with market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and data scientists to prototype future-focused solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven narratives
- Forge partnerships with academic institutions and government agencies to shape regulatory frameworks
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote speeches at global tech summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products or services
- Expertise in scenario planning, SWOT analysis, and technology roadmapping
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences