Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at FutureWorks Inc. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to lead our charge into 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of forward-thinkers in San Francisco, where you'll transform cutting-edge research into actionable blueprints for sustainable growth. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term strategy, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate) to map 5-10 year strategic roadmaps
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive market shifts
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-proof solutions
- Establish KPIs for measuring long-term strategic impact
- Partner with C-suite to embed future-readiness across organizational DNA
- Curate external ecosystem of startups, researchers, and thought leaders
- Author thought leadership on emerging paradigms
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of influencing C-suite decisions with future insights
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant discipline
- Portfolio demonstrating scenario planning outputs and impact metrics
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFAP) preferred