Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we redefine the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to lead strategic initiatives that shape tomorrow's digital frontier. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify emerging trends and translate them into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to pioneer breakthrough solutions in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses deep industry insights, and can articulate complex future scenarios with compelling clarity. At Horizon Labs, you'll influence product roadmaps, drive R&D investments, and position our organization as a thought leader in the rapidly evolving tech ecosystem of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, regulatory shifts, and market disruptions to forecast industry landscapes through 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligning with long-term business objectives and sustainability goals
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate and prototype future-facing products and services
- Establish KPIs for innovation initiatives and measure impact on market positioning
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and board members with data-driven insights
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Publish thought leadership content positioning Horizon Labs as a 2026 technology pioneer
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in futures methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Published thought leadership in tech or business innovation publications
- Experience leading cross-cultural innovation teams in global markets