Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends data-driven foresight with human-centric innovation, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving landscape of the mid-2020s. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate complex signals into actionable strategies that redefine industry standards.
Our Austin hub offers a dynamic ecosystem of cutting-edge research, agile methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration. We empower our strategists with proprietary AI trend-analysis platforms and exclusive access to global innovation networks. This is your opportunity to shape the future of technology, sustainability, and human progress.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, societal, and economic signals to identify high-impact 2026-2030 opportunities
- Develop and present strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-facing initiatives
- Quantify future scenarios using predictive modeling and scenario planning frameworks
- Establish KPIs to track strategic adoption and impact of future-focused initiatives
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate emerging solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on industry transformation trends
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology strategy
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and futurecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or relevant technical field
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex transformations
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-oriented initiatives