Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap and drive paradigm-shifting solutions. This role combines deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to position our company at the cutting edge of emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and elite R&D teams to anticipate market shifts, identify breakthrough opportunities, and shape our decade-long vision.
At Horizon Labs, we empower our futurists with unparalleled resources and autonomy to explore uncharted technological territories. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, bold experimentation, and transformative thinking. If you're passionate about defining what's next in AI, quantum computing, or biotechnology, this is your chance to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026 technology innovation strategy aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-ready technologies into development roadmaps
- Present strategic foresight reports to executive leadership and board members
- Build and manage a network of industry experts, researchers, and thought leaders
- Design and facilitate innovation workshops for cross-functional teams
- Monitor global tech policy developments and their strategic implications
- Author thought leadership content on future technology trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership at Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record of successfully forecasting and implementing emerging technologies
- Expertise in at least two of: AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech, or sustainable tech
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Futures Studies, or related field
- Certification in Foresight Methodology or Technology Forecasting preferred
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Experience building innovation ecosystems and managing R&D budgets >$50M
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications