Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist Strategist to define our 2026 roadmap and drive paradigm-shifting innovations. This pivotal role blends deep technological foresight with business acumen to shape products that will redefine industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and present strategic frameworks to global stakeholders. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and moonshot thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps and scenario-planning frameworks
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead innovation workshops with Fortune 500 partners and government entities
- Translate future insights into actionable product roadmaps and investment theses
- Present strategic foresight to board members and external stakeholders
- Build and mentor a team of futurist researchers and data scientists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products/services
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Experience with AI/ML tools and quantitative forecasting methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences