Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough technologies that will redefine industries. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable execution, driving our mission to shape a sustainable, tech-powered future. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in a culture where curiosity fuels innovation.
What You'll Achieve:
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives identifying emerging trends for 2026-2030
- Develop actionable innovation roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to future-proof our portfolio
- Present findings to global stakeholders at industry-defining conferences
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 3-5 year impact
- Build scenario models for 2026 market shifts and regulatory landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into R&D
- Author thought leadership publications read by Fortune 500 executives
- Advise product teams on next-gen feature development
- Manage a $2M innovation budget for prototyping future solutions
- Represent company at Davos, CES, and World Economic Forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Published author on emerging tech trends (Harvard Business Review/MIT Press)
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology roadmapping
- Track record of launching products with $100M+ market impact
- Proficiency in AI forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Security clearance preferred for government-contracted projects