Job Description
Shape tomorrow today at Horizon Dynamics! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. Join our elite innovation team in the heart of San Francisco, where you'll transform foresight into actionable strategies that redefine industries.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal transformations. This role demands both analytical rigor and creative genius, offering unparalleled influence in shaping how organizations navigate the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech) to identify high-impact opportunities for 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for organizational resilience in volatile future environments
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps and business strategies
- Present futuristic insights to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Build and maintain a trend-sensing ecosystem using AI-powered analytics tools
- Author visionary thought leadership published in industry-leading publications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in trend analysis, scenario planning, or strategic innovation
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Proficiency in futures research methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-focused analyses