Job Description
Shape tomorrow's technology landscape as a Senior Futurist at FutureWorks Inc. We're seeking a visionary strategist to lead our 2026 technology roadmap, analyzing emerging trends and developing forward-looking solutions that will define the next decade of innovation.
In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and industry disruptors to identify breakthrough technologies. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and investment decisions across our global portfolio.
Join our dynamic team in San Francisco's tech heartland, where your expertise in forecasting and strategic planning will transform theoretical possibilities into market realities. We offer competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and unparalleled opportunities to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and forecast emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for 2026 strategic planning
- Develop comprehensive scenario models and innovation roadmaps for executive leadership
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate future-focused insights into product development
- Conduct competitive intelligence analysis and market trend forecasting
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors
- Build and maintain relationships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or technology forecasting
- Proven expertise in analyzing exponential technologies and market disruption
- Exceptional data synthesis and scenario modeling capabilities
- Strong executive communication and presentation skills
- Experience with futures research methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Demonstrated track record of influencing corporate strategy with future insights