Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Futurist Strategy Director to shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking visionary leaders to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and drive innovation at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable technology. Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough concepts and partner with Fortune 500 clients to navigate tomorrow's opportunities.
Why You'll Thrive Here: Our culture rewards bold thinkers with equity, flexible remote options, and R&D budgets exceeding $50M annually. Transform abstract possibilities into tangible impact while mentoring the next generation of futurists.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate technological shifts 3-5 years ahead through market analysis and scenario modeling
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients adopting 2026-ready technologies
- Lead interdisciplinary teams in prototyping quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Present findings to C-suite executives and industry thought leaders
- Secure $2M+ annual research funding through grant proposals
- Curate annual FutureTech Summit featuring 200+ innovators
- Mentor junior strategists in trend synthesis and foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategy, consulting, or R&D with 5+ in emerging tech
- Proven track record of scaling futuristic concepts to market
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (Nature, MIT Tech Review)
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or relevant field
- Fluency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Foresight Platform, Kumu)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 2020s-era tech transitions