Job Description
Innovatech Solutions is seeking a visionary Senior Futurist & Innovation Strategist to lead our efforts in anticipating and shaping the future of technology. Join our dynamic team in San Francisco and drive innovation that impacts millions.
As a key architect of tomorrow's solutions, you'll analyze emerging trends, develop forward-looking roadmaps, and guide product development for groundbreaking technologies. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic foresight to position Innovatech at the forefront of industry evolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology sectors
- Develop 5-10 year innovation roadmaps aligned with market disruptions
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future scenarios into corporate strategy
- Manage cross-functional teams to prototype and validate emerging technologies
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Drive cultural adoption of innovation methodologies across the organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology, Business, or Futurism (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, R&D, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of launching futuristic products or services
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Strong background in AI/ML, IoT, or sustainable technologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Experience with venture capital or startup ecosystems
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals