Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of strategic foresight as we map the technological and societal landscapes of 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, design adaptive strategies, and position our organization as an industry leader in an era of unprecedented change. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative synthesis to shape actionable pathways for our clients' futures.
Located in San Francisco's vibrant innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into compelling narratives and strategic blueprints. Your insights will directly influence multi-year roadmaps, product development, and organizational transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech, climate resilience) and their 2026+ implications for key industries
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks and adaptive roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize technical, market, and human-centric insights
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and executive briefings translating complex futures into actionable strategies
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, conference keynotes, and media engagements
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-state solutions and validate strategic hypotheses
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation strategy with demonstrable 2026+ impact
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Economics, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven ability to translate technical futures into business strategies for C-suite audiences
- Strong background in at least one emerging domain (AI ethics, neurotech, climate tech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with portfolio of high-impact futures deliverables
- Experience facilitating executive workshops with Fortune 500 leadership teams