Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect the next decade of technological innovation. We're seeking a strategic thinker who can decode emerging trends and transform foresight into actionable business strategies. In this pivotal role, you'll partner with C-suite executives to shape our 10-year roadmap, leveraging cutting-edge research and data-driven insights to position our company at the forefront of industry evolution.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven ability to anticipate paradigm shifts. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in AI ethics, quantum computing adoption, and sustainable tech ecosystems while mentoring a team of futurist analysts. This is your chance to influence how humanity navigates the complex challenges and opportunities of the mid-2020s.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 2026 strategic foresight framework using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario planning initiatives for quantum computing, AGI, and climate tech disruptions
- Partner with R&D to align innovation pipeline with 5-10 year market projections
- Deliver quarterly futurist briefings to executive board and investor stakeholders
- Design ethical AI governance protocols for autonomous systems integration
- Author thought leadership on post-2025 technological singularity implications
- Manage global network of futurist researchers and academic collaborators
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent technical field
- Published work on singularity economics or human-machine symbiosis
- Expertise in Monte Carlo simulation modeling for complex systems
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning Platform, Delphi Method)
- Track record advising Fortune 500 on exponential technology adoption
- Deep understanding of post-quantum cryptography implications