Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and disrupt industries with groundbreaking solutions. This senior role demands strategic foresight, cross-functional leadership, and an obsession with emerging tech. You'll translate future trends into actionable blueprints while mentoring our R&D team to pioneer quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech paradigms.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps with 5-year predictive analytics
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints for quantum/AI integration
- Partner with C-suite to align R&D with market evolution
- Forecast societal/tech shifts using trend analysis frameworks
- Build startup partnerships for emerging tech adoption
- Present strategic briefs to investors and industry boards
- Mentor innovation teams in future-proof methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futurism roles
- Published research on emerging tech (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting
- Track record of scaling tech ventures from concept to market
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Experience presenting at global tech forums (Web Summit, CES)