Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. to shape the future of technology and society. We seek a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to analyze emerging trends, develop long-term innovation roadmaps, and lead transformative projects that redefine industries. This role requires blending deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to prepare our organization for the technological landscape of tomorrow.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate future risks. Our culture thrives on curiosity, experimentation, and bold thinking. If you're passionate about creating the future and possess an uncanny ability to anticipate paradigm shifts, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, market shifts, and socio-political factors to forecast industry evolution through 2026
- Develop and execute innovation roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify future market opportunities and competitive threats
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-proofing principles into development cycles
- Establish KPIs for measuring long-term strategic impact and adaptability
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field with 8+ years of experience
- Proven track record in developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies: generative AI, synthetic biology, and decentralized systems
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities with predictive analytics tools
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology innovation (e.g., MIT Tech Review, Wired)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)
- Experience leading remote global teams across diverse cultural contexts