Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the coming decade. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, requiring someone who can anticipate paradigm shifts and translate foresight into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and shape products that will define the 2020s.
At Horizon Innovations, we believe the future belongs to those who prepare for it today. Our team operates from a state-of-the-art campus in the heart of San Francisco's tech district, with resources dedicated to exploring emerging technologies including quantum computing, neural interfaces, and climate-positive engineering. This position offers unparalleled influence in defining how humanity will evolve by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, biotech, and sustainable energy sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to identify emerging market disruptions
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready features into current development cycles
- Produce annual 'State of the Future' reports for executive stakeholders
- Curate innovation pipelines by scouting emerging startups and academic research
- Represent Horizon at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior futurists on predictive modeling and trend analysis
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology R&D
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (portfolio required)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and trend analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into business strategy
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, PESTLE)
- Published thought leadership on emerging technology impacts