Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to spearhead our 2026 strategic roadmap and shape the future of human-technology symbiosis. This pivotal role demands radical creativity, systems thinking, and the ability to translate abstract possibilities into actionable frameworks. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovators to decode emerging trends and position our organization at the forefront of exponential change.
Why this role matters: In 2026, the lines between physical and digital realities will dissolve. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and our societal impact initiatives. This isn't just about predicting the future—it's about creating it.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to map 2026 technology convergence scenarios (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Develop predictive models for societal shifts impacting global markets
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions with 3-year implementation horizons
- Author thought leadership positioning Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 innovation authority
- Advise executive team on emerging risks and opportunities in exponential tech domains
- Curate an external network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Translate complex foresight into product roadmaps and strategic priorities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenarios adopted by Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in at least two exponential technology domains (e.g., AGI, neurotech, climate tech)
- Proven ability to facilitate executive-level scenario planning workshops
- Strong command of quantitative and qualitative foresight methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Experience working with global teams across multiple time zones