Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role requires deep foresight into emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to shape our next-generation product ecosystem. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable strategies that position us as industry pioneers in an era of unprecedented change.
In this high-impact position, you'll synthesize complex signals from AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainability domains into coherent strategic narratives. Your insights will directly influence our R&D investments, market expansion plans, and talent acquisition strategies as we navigate the critical transition toward 2026.
We offer a competitive compensation package including equity, flexible work arrangements, and access to cutting-edge innovation labs. If you're passionate about building the future and thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential, we invite you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ strategic roadmaps by analyzing emerging technology trends, regulatory shifts, and global market dynamics
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize innovation opportunities aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Produce forward-looking scenario analyses and strategic white papers for executive decision-making
- Establish KPI frameworks to track progress toward 2026 innovation milestones and market readiness
- Partner with R&D teams to translate future-state visions into actionable development roadmaps
- Monitor and evaluate competitive positioning in relation to 2026 technological capabilities
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Innovation, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, Web3) and their societal implications
- Exceptional data synthesis and scenario planning capabilities with evidence-based decision-making
- Experience presenting complex future-state concepts to C-suite executives and boards
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy (articles, books, reports)
- Strong proficiency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning, STEEP analysis)