Job Description
Step into the future with Horizon Dynamics as we seek a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation technology roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can anticipate market shifts, identify emerging paradigms, and translate futuristic concepts into actionable strategies that will define our industry's trajectory through 2026 and beyond.
Join our elite innovation team in the heart of San Francisco's tech ecosystem, where you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. We offer unparalleled autonomy, cutting-edge resources, and a culture that rewards bold, audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026 technology strategy roadmap aligned with market evolution and business objectives
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and decentralized systems
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate futuristic concepts into viable product roadmaps
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present visionary frameworks to executive stakeholders and investor communities
- Quantify future market opportunities through scenario modeling and predictive analytics
- Drive organizational adoption of emerging technologies through change management programs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with demonstrable impact on future-oriented initiatives
- Deep expertise in emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, Web3, synthetic biology)
- Proven ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic narratives
- Executive-level presentation skills with experience addressing C-suite audiences
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Strategic Innovation
- Published thought leadership on future technology trends (papers, patents, keynotes)
- Experience managing multi-million dollar innovation budgets and R&D pipelines
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred