Job Description
Join FuturePulse Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode 2026's technological landscape and architect solutions that redefine industries. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate market shifts, pioneer breakthrough methodologies, and steer innovation initiatives that shape the next decade. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where futurism meets execution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating digital transformation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state scenarios
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership content
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
- Track competitive intelligence and regulatory shifts impacting 2026 landscapes
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (blockchain, IoT, AR/VR)
- Experience with strategic frameworks (SWOT, PESTLE, Delphi method)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Business, Economics, or Technology preferred
- Published thought leadership in industry publications
- Portfolio demonstrating future-state impact projects