Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Shape how industries evolve, identify disruptive technologies, and lead strategic initiatives that redefine market landscapes. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate complex global shifts.
As a key member of our Global Strategy team, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and venture partners to transform future insights into actionable business strategies. We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly impact our $2B+ portfolio of emerging technologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 industry trend forecasts using scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into product roadmaps
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Quantify market opportunities for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech)
- Present findings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Mentor junior futurists and build internal foresight capabilities
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic indicators affecting 2026 market dynamics
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record of developing multi-year innovation roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in industry journals (e.g., Harvard Business Review)
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, causal layered analysis)
- Experience with AI/ML trend modeling and data visualization tools
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state transformations