Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking a visionary leader to shape our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond, driving transformative initiatives at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable technology. This is your chance to redefine industry paradigms and leave an indelible mark on the future.
Why Horizon Innovations? We're a Silicon Valley pioneer with a $2B R&D budget and partnerships with MIT, Stanford, and NASA. Our culture blends audacious ambition with rigorous execution, offering unparalleled resources to actualize futuristic concepts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic frameworks for 2026 technology adoption across AI, biotech, and clean energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineers, designers, and domain experts
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align 2026 initiatives with corporate vision
- Author white papers and thought leadership on future technology trends
- Manage a $15M innovation portfolio with measurable ROI targets
- Mentor next-generation futurists through our Future Leaders Program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products/services (2018-2025)
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Portfolio showcasing 2020-2025 trend prediction accuracy (85%+)
- Experience leading global teams across 3+ time zones
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred