Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's economy as we pioneer the 2026 innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect solutions for emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. This role bridges cutting-edge research with practical implementation, shaping how businesses adapt to the rapidly evolving post-2025 world. You'll collaborate with quantum computing teams, AI ethics councils, and sustainability pioneers to build resilient future-ready frameworks. Our startup culture combines Silicon Valley's energy with deep academic partnerships across MIT, Stanford, and NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab.
What we offer: Equity in pre-IPO valuation, unlimited PTO, wellness stipends, and access to our future-tech incubator. You'll work from our LEED-certified campus overlooking the Bay with direct BART connections.
Responsibilities
- Analyze socioeconomic and technological trends to develop 2026-2030 strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on future-proofing business models
- Produce trend reports and scenario analyses for board-level decision support
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for climate adaptation, AI governance, and space commercialization
- Represent Horizon at World Economic Forum summits and global tech conferences
- Mentor junior futurists using our proprietary Horizon Scanning methodology
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting, futures research, or disruptive innovation
- Proven track record of forecasting market shifts (e.g., crypto, AR/VR, clean energy)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Economics preferred
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method)
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies (white papers, TED talks)
- Fluency in at least one analytical programming language (Python/R preferred)
- Top-tier security clearance or ability to obtain one