Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and translate them into actionable business strategies. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to guide our innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology, ensuring our portfolio remains future-proof. Our Austin campus offers unparalleled resources for R&D, including quantum simulation labs and neuro-interfaces. This is your chance to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology foresight frameworks using trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive innovations in emerging markets
- Produce strategic whitepapers on 2026 technology adoption patterns for Fortune 500 clients
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready features into roadmaps
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and patent emerging methodologies
- Mentor junior futurists on predictive analytics and horizon scanning techniques
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies (e.g., Nature, MIT Tech Review)
- Expertise in Delphi method, weak signal detection, and system dynamics modeling
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused concepts
- Proficiency in AI trend analysis platforms (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ technology scenario planning projects