Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities as we seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap. This pivotal role demands an architect of tomorrow, blending deep technological foresight with human-centric innovation to shape products that will redefine industries. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in translating abstract future trends into actionable blueprints while maintaining our reputation as Silicon Valley's most forward-thinking incubator.
We offer unparalleled resources for experimentation and a culture where audacious ideas are nurtured. Our competitive compensation package includes equity, flexible remote work options, and dedicated innovation sabbaticals. If you're passionate about sculpting the future through strategic vision and collaborative leadership, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead 18-month horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 landscapes
- Develop quantitative future-state models using AI-driven forecasting tools and scenario planning frameworks
- Facilitate executive workshops translating future insights into product roadmaps and innovation pipelines
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global futurism symposiums
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen human-machine interaction paradigms
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing FutureHorizon's proprietary foresight methodologies
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology architecture roles
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-vision frameworks implemented by Fortune 500 companies
- Mastery of AI forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, predictive analytics platforms)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex future concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through multi-year transformation initiatives
- Published author in futurism or technology innovation with industry recognition