Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. and architect tomorrow's innovations today. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional markets, and design breakthrough solutions that redefine human potential. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to lead our 2026 roadmap and transform how businesses navigate exponential change.
Located in the heart of San Francisco's innovation district, you'll collaborate with quantum computing architects, biotech pioneers, and AI ethicists to build a sustainable, human-centric future. This role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge technologies and the opportunity to shape industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Forecast market disruptions and technology paradigms through quantitative modeling and qualitative foresight
- Develop strategic roadmaps for client enterprises navigating 2026's technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to align innovation portfolios with future scenarios
- Author thought leadership publications on AI ethics, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech
- Design and implement scenario planning frameworks for geopolitical and socioeconomic volatility
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify and incubate next-generation startups
- Mentor internal teams in futures thinking methodologies and exponential technology adoption
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Innovation Strategy, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record developing strategic foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Published author or keynote speaker at global innovation conferences (e.g., Singularity Summit, Davos)
- Certification in Futures Thinking methodologies (e.g., CFS, SFI)
- Portfolio demonstrating impact from future-proofing organizations through scenario planning
- Experience with strategic foresight software (e.g., Scenarios, Foresight Platform)
- Exceptional ability to communicate complex futures narratives to diverse stakeholders