Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our 2026 strategic initiatives, driving innovation at the intersection of emerging technologies and human potential. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can translate tomorrow's possibilities into actionable blueprints for today.
As a cornerstone of our R&D division, you'll collaborate with quantum computing experts, AI researchers, and sustainable development pioneers to define breakthrough paradigms. Our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley campus offers unparalleled resources for ambitious visionaries ready to shape humanity's next chapter.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive 2026 strategic roadmaps for disruptive technologies
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-focused solutions (AR/VR, biotech, climate tech)
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across 15+ emerging sectors
- Design ethical frameworks for next-generation autonomous systems
- Present visionary concepts to C-suite executives and venture partners
- Establish KPIs for measuring long-term innovation impact
- Mentor junior futurists in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 8+ years experience in strategic innovation or technology foresight
- Proven track record of launching future-ready products/services
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, nanotech, synthetic biology)
- Certified Futurist (CF) or equivalent professional designation preferred
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ future-strategy implementations
- Fluency in at least two analytical frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi)