Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to lead our next-generation technology roadmap. This pivotal role demands an individual who can anticipate global shifts, disrupt traditional markets, and drive exponential growth through cutting-edge innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop forward-looking strategies that position us as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll be immersed in high-stakes projects involving AI ethics, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This is your chance to shape the decade's most transformative innovations while working in our state-of-the-art innovation hub in the heart of San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ technology foresight frameworks through trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate disruptive innovations in emerging markets
- Design strategic roadmaps integrating AI, IoT, and biotechnology for competitive advantage
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs to pioneer next-gen solutions
- Drive innovation sprints and hackathons to accelerate breakthrough concepts to market
- Monitor geopolitical and technological disruptions to adapt strategy in real-time
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurology, Systems Engineering, or related field with 7+ years in strategic innovation
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products or services with measurable impact
- Expertise in emerging technologies: AI ethics, quantum computing, AR/VR, and climate tech
- Exceptional strategic planning and scenario modeling capabilities with C-suite presentation experience
- Deep understanding of global megatrends affecting business landscapes through 2030
- Certification in Futures Studies or Technology Foresight preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major innovation initiatives successfully commercialized