Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into market-defining realities. This role demands a blend of visionary thinking, strategic rigor, and operational excellence to position us as industry pioneers.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. Your work will directly shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational culture for the next decade. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and business transformation, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market trends with 3-5 year impact
- Develop data-driven future scenarios and innovation roadmaps for 2026 market positioning
- Translate foresight into actionable product strategies and go-to-market frameworks
- Facilitate executive workshops on exponential technologies and their business implications
- Build and manage an ecosystem of innovation partners, startups, and academic institutions
- Quantify ROI for futuristic initiatives through market modeling and risk assessment
- Drive organizational culture shift toward adaptive innovation and long-term thinking
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into commercialized solutions
- Deep expertise in emerging tech: AI, quantum computing, biotech, and neuro interfaces
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling and visualization skills for complex future scenarios
- Published thought leadership on disruptive technologies or future trends
- Experience building innovation ecosystems and managing R&D partnerships