Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation ecosystem. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, market intuition, and strategic execution to position our company as the industry's undisputed leader through 2026 and beyond. You'll operate at the intersection of emerging technologies, human behavior, and market disruption to shape our product roadmap and corporate strategy.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll translate complex future scenarios into actionable blueprints, collaborate with R&D pioneers, and lead cross-functional initiatives that turn speculative possibilities into market realities. If you're passionate about defining what's next and possess the analytical rigor and creative vision to make it happen, we invite you to help us build tomorrow, today.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 strategic innovation roadmap, identifying disruptive technologies and market opportunities
- Lead scenario planning initiatives to anticipate socioeconomic shifts and their impact on industry verticals
- Develop quantitative forecasting models using AI-driven analytics to predict adoption curves for emerging tech
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-focused strategies into annual business planning
- Manage a portfolio of moonshot projects with 10+ year horizons, balancing risk and innovation potential
- Build and cultivate an external futurist network, engaging with academic institutions and industry thought leaders
- Present strategic foresight findings to stakeholders through compelling narratives and data visualizations
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Innovation, or related field with 7+ years experience
- Proven track record in developing long-term strategic frameworks for Fortune 500 or high-growth startups
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI, etc.) and market applications
- Mastery of foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi studies, cross-impact matrices)
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional innovation teams through ambiguous challenges
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy with industry recognition