Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond, leveraging cutting-edge technology and human-centric design to redefine industries. Our San Francisco-based team thrives on audacious vision and execution excellence. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the future while working with Fortune 500 leaders and disruptive startups. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that rewards intellectual curiosity. Be the architect of what's next.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive trends and paradigm shifts
- Design strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Present futures scenarios to C-suite executives and board members
- Drive cultural transformation initiatives to embed innovation across organizations
- Lead speculative design workshops for next-generation products and services
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
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Portfolio of published futures research or innovation frameworks
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Experience with generative AI tools for trend prediction