Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future! We're seeking a 2026 Futurist Lead to drive strategic foresight and innovation at the intersection of emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruption. This pivotal role requires a forward-thinking strategist who can translate tomorrow's possibilities into actionable today.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. You'll pioneer methodologies for anticipating exponential change, ensuring our organization remains at the vanguard of industry transformation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive trends and emerging technologies
- Produce visionary scenario-planning reports for executive decision-making
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-facing innovations
- Establish thought leadership through white papers and industry presentations
- Monitor geopolitical, technological, and socio-economic signals for early detection
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced forecasting methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Strong analytical and systems-thinking capabilities
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning tools
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications