Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technical analysis with market foresight to guide our R&D investments and product innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global tech partners to identify paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable infrastructure.
What you'll achieve:
- Shape the company's 5-year technology vision with data-driven scenarios
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to commercialize emerging technologies
- Develop patentable frameworks for next-gen human-machine interaction
- Present foresight insights to Fortune 500 clients and industry conferences
Responsibilities
- Analyze disruptive technology vectors through market research and patent analysis
- Design strategic scenarios for 2026 adoption curves of AI/ML systems
- Partner with product teams to integrate foresight into development roadmaps
- Produce quarterly trend briefings for executive stakeholders
- Lead innovation workshops with academic and industry partners
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory impacts on tech adoption timelines
- Mentor junior futurists on scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Foresight, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic tech planning or emerging technology analysis
- Deep expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum applications, climate tech
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial opportunities
- Exceptional storytelling skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation publications