Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to architect tomorrow's solutions today. We're seeking a strategic innovator to spearhead cutting-edge initiatives in AI-driven sustainability, quantum computing applications, and human-machine symbiosis. This role demands a forward-thinker who thrives at the intersection of technology, ethics, and human potential.
At Horizon, we're not just predicting the future—we're actively creating it. Our San Francisco hub serves as an incubator for paradigm-shifting projects that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI ethicists, and climate scientists to develop frameworks for equitable technological advancement.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing 2026-era technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Architect ethical AI frameworks for autonomous systems and predictive analytics
- Design quantum-resistant cybersecurity protocols for next-gen infrastructure
- Curate 'Future Proof' certification standards for sustainable tech adoption
- Present foresight analyses to C-suite executives and government bodies
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging technology trend analysis
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, tech consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in AI ethics, quantum computing, or climate tech
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurism journals
- Certification in Futures Studies or Technology Foresight (required)
- Experience with scenario planning for exponential technology adoption
- Portfolio of implemented future-proofing initiatives
- PhD in Systems Engineering, Philosophy of Technology, or equivalent