Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect tomorrow's digital landscape by anticipating market shifts, emerging technologies, and societal trends. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our R&D roadmap and product innovation strategy.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term strategic frameworks while translating future scenarios into actionable business initiatives. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and drives cross-functional teams to execute next-generation solutions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast market opportunities through 2030
- Develop and maintain the 2026 Strategic Innovation Framework with quarterly scenario planning updates
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-proof product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership content and present to industry forums on future technology impacts
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate 2026-vision concepts through pilot programs
- Monitor global policy/regulatory shifts affecting tech deployment and adapt strategy accordingly
- Mentor junior strategists in future-thinking methodologies and analytical frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing long-term tech roadmaps with measurable ROI
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking methodologies
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Strategic Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech impacts (e.g., in Harvard Business Review)
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through ambiguous transformation initiatives
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Strong network within Silicon Valley innovation ecosystems