Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Tech Futurist to decode emerging trends, develop disruptive innovation roadmaps, and position our company at the forefront of the next tech revolution. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology while navigating ethical implications, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze disruptive technologies shaping 2026 across AI, quantum, biotech, and decentralized systems
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligning with 5-year market evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast industry shifts and competitive threats
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions for enterprise clients
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board members
- Establish ethical frameworks for emerging technology implementation
- Build external partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-tech roadmaps
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech focus
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on tech transformation
- Published thought leadership in technology futures or innovation journals
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., horizon scanning, scenario planning)