Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical brilliance and creative foresight to navigate emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll directly influence how we shape the future while collaborating with world-class innovators in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global trends in AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable tech to identify transformative opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating futuristic innovations into product roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast market disruptions and competitive landscapes
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven narratives
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions aligned with 2026 societal needs
- Author thought leadership publications and whitepapers positioning Horizon as an industry futurist
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting long-term technology adoption
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, product innovation, or technology forecasting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies
- Portfolio demonstrating futurist work or published thought leadership
- Experience leading high-impact innovation initiatives in tech or Fortune 500 environments