Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll guide our innovation roadmap, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and human-centric design to solve humanity's most pressing challenges. Our collaborative culture thrives on bold ideas and transformative action—where your expertise will directly shape industries and impact billions.
Why Horizon? We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and the autonomy to pioneer next-gen paradigms. Work alongside Nobel laureates and serial entrepreneurs in our state-of-the-art downtown San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute multi-year strategic foresight initiatives mapping 2026+ technology convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing AI-driven innovation frameworks for sustainable development
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across biotech, quantum computing, and climate adaptation domains
- Present visionary blueprints to C-suite executives and global industry consortiums
- Drive patent development for proprietary future-proofing methodologies
- Mentor junior futurists through our 'Horizon Academy' incubator program
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing future-focused initiatives ($50M+ impact)
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and exponential technology assessment
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent field
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation journals (e.g., Harvard Business Review)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston) preferred