Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the digital landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Futurist Technologist to spearhead innovation in AI ethics, quantum computing integration, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on prototyping to shape humanity's technological future. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, lead cross-disciplinary think tanks, and pioneer solutions for global challenges.
We offer unparalleled resources, cutting-edge R&D facilities, and a culture where 'impossible' is merely a starting point. Our commitment to 4-day workweeks and unlimited PTO ensures you maintain peak creative capacity while pushing boundaries.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, biotech, and space exploration
- Lead quantum computing research initiatives with 100+ qubit systems
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Partner with governments on climate tech policy and digital infrastructure
- Curate and host global innovation summits with Fortune 100 CTOs
- Prototype next-gen human-computer interfaces using AR/VR
- Mentor PhD researchers in emerging fields
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or Futurist Studies (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in R&D with 3+ breakthrough innovations
- Published author in Nature/Science on emerging technologies
- Expertise in quantum algorithms, generative AI, and neurotech
- Proven track record of securing $5M+ in research grants
- Deep understanding of technological singularity implications
- Fluency in Python, C++, and quantum programming languages