Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Senior Futurist to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends and transform foresight into actionable strategies. This role sits at the intersection of innovation, technology, and human behavior, shaping our organization's decade-long roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to pioneer solutions that define tomorrow's industries.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and possesses a deep passion for understanding how technology will reshape society by 2026. If you're driven to build the future rather than predict it, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic foresight frameworks across product development and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive technologies and their societal impacts
- Produce annual trend reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs to pioneer 2026 R&D initiatives
- Translate foresight insights into product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation specialists
- Present findings to investors, clients, and industry conferences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology roles
- Proven track record of developing long-term vision frameworks (7+ year horizons)
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech convergence trends
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling abilities with executive audiences
- Experience leading global research initiatives and stakeholder engagement
- Published thought leadership in technology or futurism publications
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)