Job Description
Shape the future at FutureHorizon Inc. as our lead 2026 Futurist. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our technological roadmap for the next decade. Join an elite team redefining human-machine interaction, sustainable tech, and quantum computing applications. This pivotal role demands bold innovation and cross-disciplinary leadership in our Palo Alto innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 10-year technology roadmaps for AI, biotech, and space exploration initiatives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping emerging tech solutions
- Identify and evaluate disruptive technologies with commercial potential
- Present strategic foresight reports to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D on patentable innovation frameworks
- Establish partnerships with academic and industry futurist networks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong background in quantum computing or synthetic biology
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (IEEE, MIT Press, etc.)
- Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic preferred