Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we shape tomorrow's reality today. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Director to lead our cutting-edge research and development initiatives. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker who can anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts to position our company at the forefront of the next industrial revolution.
You will collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop and implement forward-looking innovation roadmaps. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into actionable strategies, and inspires teams to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready solutions.
Horizon Dynamics offers competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, equity packages, and a state-of-the-art workplace in San Francisco's tech hub. Be the architect of our 2026 vision and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ innovation roadmaps aligned with company vision
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating future-facing technologies
- Analyze emerging trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify strategic opportunities
- Present innovation frameworks to executive stakeholders and investors
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and industry disruptors
- Manage $5M+ R&D budget for experimental projects
- Establish KPIs to measure innovation pipeline maturity
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching market-disrupting products/services
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Strong network within Silicon Valley and global tech ecosystems
- Experience with agile development and rapid prototyping
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations
- Portfolio of innovation initiatives delivered to market