Job Description
Join 2026 Labs, the vanguard of tomorrow's solutions, as our Futurist & Innovation Strategist. You'll architect groundbreaking frameworks for emerging technologies while shaping our product roadmap for the next decade. This role demands visionary thinking and cross-functional leadership to transform speculative concepts into market-ready innovations.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art lab where your ideas become reality. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen consumer experiences
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive market opportunities
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board members
- Collaborate with R&D teams to patent breakthrough innovations
- Author thought leadership for industry conferences and publications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Published research in emerging technology domains (e.g., AGI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., PDMA, CPSI)