Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As our Lead Futurist for the groundbreaking 2026 Vision Project, you'll architect the future of human-machine collaboration and redefine industry paradigms. This is your chance to shape legacy-defining innovations while working with world-class pioneers in a culture that celebrates audacious thinking.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the opportunity to impact billions of lives through cutting-edge R&D. Our San Francisco headquarters features biophilic design, on-site innovation labs, and flexible work arrangements designed for peak creativity.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ technology roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI-human interaction systems
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across quantum computing, biotech, and space exploration
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces for industry conferences
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future scenarios into corporate strategy
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with agile methodology
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal foresight capability
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent practical experience
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published author or keynote speaker at TED, WEF, or equivalent forums
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment
- Proficiency in AI/ML tools and emerging tech ecosystems
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ industry-defining foresight projects
- Experience scaling teams from 5 to 50+ innovators