Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect the future of technology integration across emerging industries. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry collaboration, and the ability to translate speculative concepts into actionable roadmaps. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team exploring quantum computing applications, sustainable tech ecosystems, and human-AI symbiosis, directly influencing our 2026 product vision.
Our innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for prototyping and testing next-generation solutions. You'll engage with Fortune 500 partners, academic institutions, and global think tanks to shape the technological horizon. This position combines deep technical acumen with strategic business leadership, requiring someone who thrives in ambiguity and drives exponential growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum computing, biotech convergence, and climate resilience solutions
- Lead cross-functional innovation labs exploring human-AI collaboration paradigms
- Forge strategic partnerships with NASA, MIT Media Lab, and global sustainability initiatives
- Translate futuristic concepts into viable product specifications and business cases
- Present foresight frameworks to C-suite executives and investor stakeholders
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Curate annual 'Future Forward' symposium featuring industry disruptors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or emerging technology leadership
- Proven track record developing 5+ year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or climate tech
- Published futurist research or white papers (IEEE/Nature preferred)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Physics, or Strategic Foresight
- Experience scaling innovation initiatives from concept to market
- Deep network with DARPA, EU Horizon, and national innovation agencies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (ACF/SoFII) preferred