Innovation Explorer

Many innovation efforts fail not because of a lack of technology, but because teams keep approaching problems from the same assumptions, cultural frames, and mental models.

At Hypersolid, we deliberately bring new perspectives into our innovation work. That’s why we’re looking for someone who doesn’t neatly fit a typical tech or innovation role, someone who can introduce ways of thinking we don’t yet have.

About the role: Innovation Explorer

What you’ll do

You’ll step in early, often before solutions exist, to help shape the problem space and open up new directions. In practice, that means you’ll:

• Question assumptions about users, technology, culture, business, and society
• Introduce fresh perspectives in the earliest stages of innovation work
• Work closely with technologists and designers to translate insights into directions, concepts, and experiments
• Contribute to projects as a co-creator, not only as a thinker
• Help clients reframe problems and uncover opportunities they hadn’t considered

How you see the world

You think in terms of behavior, meaning, culture, and context, and you notice patterns others tend to miss. You’re comfortable asking questions that may feel uncomfortable but are necessary. Technology interests you as a societal and cultural force, not just a tool.

What you bring

• A background in sociology, psychology, philosophy, anthropology, media studies, or a related field
• A strong affinity with technology and digital innovation
• Interest in how technology influences human behavior, power structures, and society
• Strong analytical and communication skills

One more thing

You don’t need to be a hardcore developer, and you don’t need to fit an existing profile. What matters is that you add something that isn’t here yet.

You might recognize yourself if

• You’ve wondered whether you’re “technical enough” for innovation roles
• You’re drawn to complex questions without clear answers
• You want to shape innovation at the level of meaning, not just solutions

About Hypersolid

Hypersolid is a human-first company. We believe great work starts with people who feel trusted, supported, and empowered. Technology matters to us, but it’s never the goal. We grow through curiosity, learning, and collaboration, and we believe everyone should have a voice. Empathy and honesty shape how we work, with open communication and respectful feedback. And because we’re makers at heart, we love building things that matter and tackling challenges with energy and optimism. If you care about people, love to learn, and want to create meaningful work with a supportive team, you’ll feel at home here.