Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Inc. to architect the future! We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist to redefine technological boundaries and drive transformative growth. This role merges cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, positioning you at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable tech. If you thrive on predicting industry shifts and crafting blueprints for tomorrow, this is your calling.
Our culture celebrates bold ideas and rapid experimentation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our 5-year innovation roadmap while mentoring a cross-functional team of disruptors. Enjoy competitive compensation, equity packages, and unparalleled professional development in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological trends
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype breakthrough solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investors
- Build and lead a high-impact innovation task force
- Monitor global tech policies and regulatory shifts affecting future landscapes
- Drive sustainable innovation initiatives aligned with ESG goals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or tech R&D
- Proven track record of launching disruptive products or services
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Strong data analytics and scenario-planning capabilities
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, MSc, or PhD preferred)
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism
- Global network of industry innovators and researchers