Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of innovation as we shape 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's business landscape. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to guide our enterprise through unprecedented technological and societal shifts.
Our San Francisco headquarters sits at the intersection of Silicon Valley's disruptive energy and global innovation ecosystems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and cross-functional teams to transform future intelligence into actionable strategy. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to influence the trajectory of industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) and translate insights into 5-year strategic roadmaps
- Develop scenario models for disruptive technologies and geopolitical shifts affecting 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future intelligence into product development and investment decisions
- Author quarterly foresight briefs for executive board and investor communications
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs to pioneer future-focused research
- Mentor junior analysts in foresight methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis at Fortune 500 level
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systemic modeling methodologies
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal transformation
- Proficiency in AI-powered trend analysis tools (e.g., Palantir, TrendWatching)
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience to executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations