Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future of technology and human experience. We seek a Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a rare blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and influence our product roadmap with data-driven future scenarios. We offer unparalleled autonomy, competitive equity packages, and the chance to shape industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technology and societal trends through horizon scanning and scenario planning
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate next-generation solutions
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Present future insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build and manage a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Document future scenarios in actionable frameworks for product teams
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, product innovation, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into market-ready strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology, or Business
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech ecosystems and disruption vectors
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation (required)
- Experience working with agile product development teams