**Job Requisition ID #** 24WD79798 **Position Overview** The future needs your insight. We’re looking for a practitioner in Strategic Foresight to envision the future that Autodesk will help make real. From the greenest buildings to the cleanest cars, the smartest factories to blockbuster movies, amazing things are created every day with Autodesk software. We’re seeking a visionary who thrives on giving shape to the unknown and believes they were born to chart the uncharted. This role sits within the Strategic Foresight team as part of Autodesk Research. It spans the company in terms of crafting a strategic viewpoint on Autodesk’s role in helping people imagine, design, and make a better world. **Responsibilities** + Formulate and communicate a strategic point of view on the future of architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), product design and manufacturing (PD&M), and media/entertainment (M&E) as input to Autodesk’s technical and business strategy + Design and execute quantitative and qualitative research to inform Autodesk’s understanding of current social, technological, economic, environmental, and political trends + Interpret insights from diverse reports and datasets to extract actionable strategic intelligence + Influence strategic decision-making in the form of workshops, presentations, compelling narratives, and deep one-on-one professional relationships with senior leaders + Collaboratively author a variety of materials that communicate complex ideas in clear and highly impactful ways **Minimum Qualifications** + Masters, MBA, or PhD degree, and 5 years of work experience in strategic foresight, future studies, data journalism, data analysis in the social sciences, or related field + Working knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research tools and methodologies + Outstanding interpersonal skills to build strong relationships throughout the organization + Impactful, polished, and adaptable communicator – written, visual, and verbal + Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion + Strong work ethic and commitment to making a positive impact + Familiarity with the challenges and opportunities of the software industry **Preferred Qualifications** + Project management experience + AEC, PD&M, or M&E experience + Workstyle characterized by decisiveness and pragmatism + Familiarity with Autodesk software **Learn More** **About Autodesk** Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made. We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers. When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us! **Benefits** From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/ **Salary transparency** Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $139,000 and $224,840. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package. **Equal Employment Opportunity** At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. **Diversity & Belonging** We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging **Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?** Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).