Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to anticipate and shape technology trends that will define the next decade. If you thrive at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and emerging tech, this is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and decentralized systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for climate resilience and human augmentation
- Analyze emerging tech patent landscapes and regulatory frameworks across 15+ industries
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and investors with data-driven impact projections
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and neural interface technologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurism (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in technology strategy with Fortune 500 or hypergrowth startups
- Published research in IEEE or Nature on exponential technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum algorithms, neuromorphic computing, or bio-integrated systems
- Proven track record of forecasting tech adoption curves with <15% margin of error
- Security clearance for government innovation projects
- Fluency in at least one predictive modeling framework (e.g., Bayes nets, system dynamics)