Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with hands-on implementation to transform speculative futures into tangible business advantage.
In our dynamic San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop forward-looking roadmaps, anticipate disruptive shifts, and pioneer next-generation frameworks. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and strategic planning, this is your opportunity to shape what's next.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, economics, and social domains
- Develop predictive models for 2026+ market landscapes and consumer behaviors
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational vision
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite stakeholders
- Translate foresight insights into actionable product development strategies
- Establish cross-functional ecosystems for rapid prototyping of future concepts
- Publish thought leadership on emerging paradigms and their business implications
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and predictive modeling methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures narratives
- Experience leading cross-organizational transformation initiatives
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-proofing implementations