Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. as a Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human progress. We're seeking visionary thinkers to develop groundbreaking frameworks for 2026 and beyond. Lead cross-functional teams in identifying emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and paradigm shifts that will redefine industries. Shape our innovation roadmap while collaborating with Fortune 500 partners to pioneer next-generation solutions.
Why Join Us? At Horizon, we don't predict the future—we create it. Enjoy competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and access to our state-of-the-art Innovation Lab in the heart of San Francisco.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruptions
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead strategic foresight workshops with C-suite executives across sectors
- Produce trend reports and scenario analyses for executive decision-making
- Manage a portfolio of R&D projects with $5M+ annual budgets
- Represent the company at global innovation conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior strategists in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in horizon scanning and scenario planning methodologies
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for complex concepts
- Experience with patent analysis and technology valuation frameworks
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futures journals
- Ability to travel internationally 15% of the time