Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategy, driving our position as industry pioneers.
At Horizon Labs, we cultivate an environment where curiosity fuels innovation. Our state-of-the-art incubation lab in San Francisco's tech corridor provides the perfect backdrop for revolutionizing how organizations prepare for tomorrow's disruptions. This hybrid role offers competitive equity, comprehensive wellness benefits, and unparalleled professional growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, economic, and societal trends to forecast industry shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Produce high-impact trend reports and scenario-planning frameworks
- Advise executive leadership on market disruption risks and opportunities
- Represent the company at global innovation forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with futurist focus
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products/services
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations