Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to lead our innovation roadmap. Join our elite team at the intersection of technology and foresight, where you'll architect strategies for tomorrow's breakthroughs. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision to anticipate global shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure. We offer competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and a collaborative environment where your ideas will transform industries.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses an insatiable curiosity about emerging paradigms. You'll interface with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to develop actionable frameworks that position us at the vanguard of progress. If you're ready to redefine what's possible by 2026, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macro-trends in AI, quantum computing, and climate tech to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop scenario-planning models for 2026 market conditions and regulatory landscapes
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, product, and design teams
- Present strategic foresight frameworks to executive leadership and board members
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-focused solutions with 5+ year horizons
- Monitor global patent filings, academic research, and startup ecosystems
- Design and facilitate strategic workshops for external stakeholders and partners
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI forecasting models
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology innovation
- Experience with cross-cultural strategic planning in global markets