Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality at Horizon Labs Inc., where we're pioneering the frontiers of 2026 technology. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions that redefine industries. Join our elite team in the heart of San Francisco's innovation ecosystem, where your insights will directly influence global tech trajectories.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech paradigms (quantum computing, neuro interfaces, synthetic biology) to map 2026 innovation landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for next-gen product ecosystems with 3-5 year foresight
- Lead cross-functional think tanks to prototype future scenarios and stress-test viability
- Present trend briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders with data-driven conviction
- Partner with R&D to incubate moonshot projects with exponential potential
- Author thought leadership positioning Horizon Labs as the 2026 innovation authority
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into market-ready strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology adoption lifecycle modeling
- Strong quantitative skills with advanced analytics tools (Python, R, Tableau)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field preferred
- Published work in peer-reviewed innovation or foresight journals