Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a 2026 Tech Futurist and architect tomorrow's digital frontier today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging technologies and shape our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable strategies, ensuring our organization remains ahead of the curve in an exponentially evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 market impact
- Develop and maintain a strategic technology roadmap aligned with long-term business objectives
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and executive briefings on emerging tech trends
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops with engineering and product teams
- Analyze geopolitical and socioeconomic factors influencing tech adoption timelines
- Build and nurture partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Quantify future opportunities through scenario modeling and risk assessment frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of developing multi-year tech roadmaps
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong presentation skills with executive stakeholder experience
- Published thought leadership in emerging tech or futurism