Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the future for 2026. We seek a visionary Technology Futurist to translate emerging trends into actionable strategies that will redefine industries. This role requires a blend of technical acumen, strategic foresight, and innovative thinking to prepare our organization for the technological landscape of tomorrow.
In this pivotal position, you will lead cross-functional initiatives to identify, evaluate, and implement cutting-edge technologies while ensuring alignment with our long-term vision. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps and investment decisions as we position ourselves as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their potential business impact through 2026
- Develop strategic technology roadmaps aligned with market trends and organizational goals
- Lead innovation workshops and scenario-planning sessions with executive stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-forward solutions
- Establish metrics to measure technology adoption readiness and ROI
- Publish thought leadership reports on technological disruption forecasts
- Manage relationships with venture partners and academic research institutions
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership roles
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with documented impact
- Expertise in at least three emerging technology domains
- Exceptional data analysis and scenario modeling capabilities
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication expertise
- Published research or patents in technology innovation
- Experience with agile development and product lifecycle management