Job Description
Join our visionary team to architect the technological landscape of 2026. As a Futurist Technology Strategist, you'll drive innovation at the intersection of emerging tech and market disruption. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our product roadmap and competitive advantage. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities and translate future trends into actionable business strategies.
We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly influence multi-billion dollar decisions. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses a proven ability to anticipate technological shifts before they enter mainstream consciousness.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with market evolution and consumer behavior shifts
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech integration) for strategic adoption
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast industry disruptors and competitive threats
- Present strategic briefings to executive leadership and board members with data-driven recommendations
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing principles into development lifecycles
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic trends affecting tech adoption landscapes
- Author thought leadership publications on technology's role in shaping 2026 societal frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, neuromorphic computing, etc.)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders