Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation as we seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical prowess, creative foresight, and strategic execution to anticipate emerging trends and transform them into actionable business opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term innovation frameworks, driving our position as an industry leader in an evolving technological landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, leveraging data-driven insights to navigate complex global shifts. This hybrid remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in the US while engaging with our vibrant San Francisco headquarters for quarterly strategy sessions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 3-5 year innovation roadmaps aligned with market evolution forecasts
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for competitive integration opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive business models and market shifts
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning frameworks for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-forward solutions targeting 2026 market needs
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor junior strategists in futures-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with future-focused projects
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech ecosystems and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Horizon scanning, Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful implementation of future-oriented strategies