Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to architect transformative strategies that position us as industry pioneers. Collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate foresight into actionable innovation pipelines.
We're revolutionizing how organizations prepare for 2026 and beyond through AI-driven scenario planning, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech integration. Your expertise will directly influence multi-billion dollar decisions across our autonomous systems, climate tech, and neuro-interface divisions.
This hybrid-eligible position offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge projects and thought leadership opportunities at our state-of-the-art FutureWorks Lab in downtown San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps using predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Produce strategic foresight reports for executive stakeholders and board presentations
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-ready solutions with 3-5 year implementation horizons
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic shifts affecting long-term business strategy
- Establish innovation KPIs and track progress against 2026 milestones
- Mentor junior strategists in futurism methodologies and scenario planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization skills using tools like Tableau
- Experience with horizon scanning and Delphi methodology
- Published thought leadership in futurism or tech innovation
- Strong stakeholder management across C-suite and technical teams
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ strategic impact for Fortune 500 clients