Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of pioneers in San Francisco as we redefine technological frontiers and societal paradigms. This role demands a rare blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable innovation blueprints.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives at the intersection of quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable systems architecture. Your strategic insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and market positioning for the next generation of breakthrough technologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ innovation roadmaps through trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed futurist principles into product development cycles
- Conduct horizon scanning across AI, quantum computing, climate tech, and neurotech domains
- Translate complex foresight insights into actionable strategic recommendations for executive leadership
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of industry experts and thought leaders
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership content
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems to identify disruptive opportunities
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or equivalent field
- 7+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record developing multi-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Certification in futures methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful futurist projects with measurable impact