Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of technological evolution. As the 2026 Strategic Innovation Lead, you will architect the blueprint for our decade-defining initiatives, transforming visionary concepts into market-shaping realities. We seek a forward-thinking strategist to disrupt industries through emerging technologies and sustainable innovation frameworks. Your expertise will directly shape how businesses adapt to the seismic shifts of 2026, from AI governance to quantum computing integration.
This role offers unparalleled autonomy to incubate breakthrough projects while collaborating with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners. We provide competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates calculated risk-taking. If you're driven to build the future, not just predict it, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, aligning with long-term business objectives and market disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen technologies (AI, blockchain, biotech) with commercial viability
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and competitive threats
- Forge strategic partnerships with startups, academic institutions, and government agencies
- Present strategic proposals to the board with data-backed ROI projections and risk mitigation strategies
- Oversee the incubation of 3-5 moonshot projects annually with dedicated innovation budgets
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring technological adoption and market impact
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or venture capital with demonstrated 5-year planning success
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, generative AI, neurotech) and their industrial applications
- Proven track record of launching disruptive products with $50M+ market impact
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or Technology; MBA preferred
- Exceptional analytical skills with experience in scenario planning and futures forecasting
- Strong executive presence with experience presenting to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Experience scaling innovation teams in fast-paced tech environments
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption or future trends