Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll drive cutting-edge initiatives that redefine industry standards, collaborating with C-suite executives to translate future trends into actionable business strategies. Our dynamic startup environment offers unparalleled opportunities to influence global tech adoption while working with world-class engineers and designers.
Located in the heart of San Francisco's tech corridor, we provide competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including equity packages. If you're passionate about anticipating market shifts and architecting the future, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and global trends to forecast industry disruptions through 2030
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Present futuristic insights to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations
- Establish partnerships with research institutions and tech pioneers
- Quantify market opportunities for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Mentor junior strategists in future-scanning methodologies
- Drive cultural transformation to embed innovation across all departments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts with documented case studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Fluency in futures research tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)