Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect the next generation of disruptive technologies. Shape the future by bridging cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough innovations that will redefine industries by 2026. Enjoy competitive compensation, equity, and the opportunity to impact billions of lives.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum AI and climate-positive technologies
- Partner with C-suite to integrate future-forward strategies into business models
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets and vendor ecosystems
- Pioneer ethical frameworks for emerging technologies
- Present at global futurist summits and publish industry-shaping white papers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in R&D leadership with 2026 technology foresight experience
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or Futurology
- Proven track record scaling breakthrough innovations to market
- Expertise in AI ethics, quantum computing, and sustainable tech
- Published thought leader in peer-reviewed journals (Nature, Science)
- Executive presence with experience advising Fortune 500 boards