Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop predictive frameworks, and shape our next-generation product roadmap. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight in a dynamic, collaborative environment. You'll influence breakthrough technologies while mentoring cross-functional teams to pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and exposure to Fortune 500 partners reimagining their futures. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends to develop 2026+ predictive models
- Design strategic roadmaps for next-gen products and services aligned with future market demands
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives and innovation stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype futuristic concepts using cutting-edge tools
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on future-focused disruption
- Mentor junior strategists in futures-thinking methodologies
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems to identify partnership opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Proficiency with AI-driven forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Published thought leadership on future technologies or societal shifts
- Experience facilitating executive workshops with Fortune 500 clients
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused projects implemented at scale