Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a strategic thinker to guide our organization through the next technological revolution, leveraging emerging trends to create competitive advantages in an evolving landscape. This role sits at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and foresight, requiring you to translate complex future scenarios into actionable roadmaps. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop long-term innovation frameworks that position us as industry leaders.
Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation. We offer competitive equity, unlimited learning stipends, and a state-of-the-art workspace in the heart of San Francisco's tech district. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive in ambiguity, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their business implications
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast industry disruptions and competitive threats
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive leadership and board members
- Partner with product teams to integrate future trends into development pipelines
- Build and maintain an external network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership content on long-term technology trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in technology, economics, or futures studies preferred
- Experience presenting to C-level executives and boards
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information
- Exceptional communication and storytelling abilities
- Portfolio of published foresight work or strategic frameworks