Job Description
Join InnovateNext at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a Future Strategist 2026, you'll architect next-gen solutions for emerging markets, shaping how businesses and societies evolve through 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary thinker to drive our innovation roadmap in AI, sustainability, and digital ecosystems.
Based in our San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical literacy, and cross-functional leadership to turn futuristic concepts into market-ready realities.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 market impact scenarios through trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype and validate next-gen solutions
- Present strategic roadmaps to stakeholders with data-driven insights
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-facing capabilities
- Monitor emerging tech signals (quantum computing, neuro-interfaces, etc.)
- Build innovation frameworks for sustainable and ethical growth
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, product innovation, or tech foresight
- Proven track record in emerging tech adoption (AI/Web3/biotech)
- Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong network with Silicon Valley research institutions
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFSD) preferred
- Experience scaling innovation from concept to market