Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams toward breakthrough innovations. This role blends deep tech acumen with strategic foresight to shape our next-generation product ecosystem.
As a key architect of our 2026 innovation framework, you'll collaborate with AI researchers, quantum computing specialists, and sustainability pioneers to develop market-disrupting solutions. Your insights will directly influence our R&D priorities, investment strategies, and product launches targeting the post-2025 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, climate AI) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market entry
- Develop 5-year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with technological convergence trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops with engineers, designers, and business stakeholders to prototype future-state solutions
- Produce forward-looking market intelligence reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and tech startups to source cutting-edge IP
- Design scenarios for societal shifts (demographic, environmental, geopolitical) impacting product strategy
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or technology foresight roles
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, or climate tech)
- Proven track record of translating future trends into market-ready roadmaps
- Strong background in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through complex innovation cycles
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futurist Studies
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption (whitepapers, patents, or keynotes)