Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect the next generation of breakthrough technologies. Shape our roadmap by anticipating market shifts, emerging paradigms, and societal trends that will define the post-2025 landscape. This role bridges cutting-edge R&D with commercial strategy, requiring a blend of technical acumen and futuristic foresight.
Work in our state-of-the-art innovation hub where your insights will directly influence $500M+ in R&D investments. Collaborate with Nobel laureates, quantum computing pioneers, and AI ethics experts to develop proprietary frameworks that will redefine industries. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to engineer the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Anticipate geopolitical and socioeconomic shifts impacting tech adoption
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and product teams
- Produce annual 'Horizon Scan' reports identifying 200+ emerging trends
- Partner with C-suite to prioritize $1B+ innovation portfolio
- Establish ethical frameworks for next-gen autonomous systems
- Mentor futurist fellows and build internal foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy or innovation leadership
- Published work on future tech trends (Harvard Business Review/MIT Press)
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Deep knowledge of quantum, bio, and AI convergence points
- Experience advising Fortune 100 CTOs on 5-10 year horizons
- Security clearance (Top Secret) preferred