Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cutting-edge technological expertise, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer solutions that redefine industry paradigms. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business evolution, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological and societal projections
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Design and facilitate strategic foresight workshops with executive stakeholders
- Translate future scenarios into product development frameworks and go-to-market strategies
- Establish KPIs for innovation portfolio performance and ROI tracking
- Build and mentor a high-performing innovation lab team
- Represent company thought leadership at global tech summits and futurist forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurology, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, R&D, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of Web3, metaverse, and sustainable tech ecosystems
- Exceptional stakeholder management across C-suite, engineering, and product teams
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience scaling innovation teams in high-growth environments