Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we shape the future. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to navigate emerging trends and craft strategic roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role demands a forward-thinking leader passionate about technological disruption and societal impact.
What you'll do:
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify transformative opportunities
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026+ strategic initiatives
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate foresight into product roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing business models
- Publish thought leadership on industry disruptors and ethical implications
Why join us?
- Equity package in pre-IPO tech leader
- Unlimited PTO and flexible remote work
- $10k annual future-skills stipend
Responsibilities
- Forecast technological and societal shifts through quantitative/qualitative research
- Design 5-10 year strategic roadmaps aligned with 2026 milestones
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Present insights to board members and executive stakeholders
- Build global network of futurists and domain experts
- Lead ethics committees on emerging tech governance
- Author annual 'State of 2026' industry forecast reports
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 12+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of predicting industry disruptions
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published work on future-focused topics (whitepapers, books, journals)