Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. As our 2026 Strategic Futurist, you'll architect blueprints for emerging technologies that will redefine industries. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry paradigms while shaping the next decade's digital landscape. This role offers unparalleled influence in our Palo Alto R&D lab, where visionaries prototype solutions for quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
We provide a competitive benefits package including equity grants, unlimited PTO, and sabbatical programs. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional teams prototyping quantum-secure communication systems
- Author white papers on AI governance frameworks for regulatory bodies
- Curate annual 'FutureTech Summit' featuring industry pioneers
- Advise C-suite executives on emerging tech investment strategies
- Build predictive models for climate-tech adoption patterns
- Establish partnerships with MIT Media Lab and Singularity University
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in strategic tech consulting or R&D leadership
- Published research in Nature/Science journals or top-tier conferences
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, neural networks, or biotech
- Proven track record of scaling innovative concepts to market
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and simulation frameworks
- Global speaking experience at Davos, TED, or similar forums