Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human progress. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design to shape tomorrow's solutions today. This pivotal role requires a rare blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate market disruptions and position our organization as an industry trailblazer.
In this executive-level position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop forward-looking strategies that leverage emerging technologies like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable innovation. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented transformation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to integrate emerging technologies (quantum AI, biotech, advanced robotics) into product roadmaps
- Author quarterly disruption reports identifying paradigm shifts affecting our industry and adjacent sectors
- Design and facilitate innovation workshops with executive teams to translate future insights into actionable strategies
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks, and government bodies to shape policy and standards
- Oversee the development of a proprietary future-state simulation platform for stress-testing strategic scenarios
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of successfully implementing future-focused strategies with measurable ROI
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI governance frameworks)
- Exceptional data modeling skills with proficiency in Python, R, and simulation platforms
- Published thought leadership in futurism, technology ethics, or disruptive innovation
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative field
- Experience presenting complex strategic concepts to C-suite executives and board members