Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends data-driven foresight with human-centered innovation to position our organization as a leader in the evolving digital ecosystem.
Why Join Us? Be part of a multidisciplinary team shaping how industries adapt to 2026's technological, social, and economic shifts. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled growth opportunities in our cutting-edge San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic indicators and technological trajectories to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for AI integration, sustainable tech adoption, and workforce transformation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state roadmaps
- Produce quarterly foresight reports with actionable insights for executive leadership
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions addressing 2026's anticipated challenges
- Build an innovation pipeline prioritizing quantum computing, biotech convergence, and ethical AI
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futures research, or innovation leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Strong data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFAP, CFS) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist work or successful strategy implementations
- Experience scaling innovation initiatives in Fortune 500 environments