Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, anticipate paradigm shifts, and architect our next decade's growth trajectory. This role merges deep technical acumen with prescriptive foresight to transform future possibilities into market-leading innovations.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to identify and capitalize on inflection points in AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable tech. Your strategic insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment priorities, and market positioning for the next generation of breakthrough solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive technology foresight framework for 2026+ horizons
- Produce actionable trend reports on AI evolution, quantum applications, and sustainable tech disruption
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into strategic product roadmaps
- Establish strategic partnerships with emerging tech startups and research institutions
- Present future-vision briefings to executive leadership and investment committees
- Design and monitor KPIs for future-readiness across technology portfolios
- Author thought leadership content on technological inflection points
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, generative AI, neurotech, or climate tech
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
- Published thought leadership in technology or business journals
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations