Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem and drive transformative innovation. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of emerging tech, market trends, and human-centric design. Shape the future of how businesses and societies evolve in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives to identify and map emerging technologies through 2026
- Develop long-term innovation roadmaps aligned with global market shifts
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate futuristic solutions into core business strategy
- Conduct horizon scanning across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and spatial computing
- Present trend analysis and future scenarios to stakeholders and investors
- Build and lead a cross-functional innovation lab focused on 2026+ capabilities
- Drive thought leadership through white papers, conferences, and industry partnerships
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or emerging technology leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in at least three emerging tech domains (AI/ML, Quantum, AR/VR, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, Futures Studies, or related field
- Exceptional analytical and scenario-planning capabilities
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication abilities
- Certification in futures research or innovation management preferred