Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for tomorrow's challenges. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to position our clients as industry pioneers.
Located in San Francisco's vibrant tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop actionable roadmaps that anticipate global shifts in AI, sustainability, and human-machine interaction. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment strategies, and policy frameworks for Fortune 500 partners.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, decentralized networks) and assess commercial viability through market research and scenario modeling
- Develop 5-year strategic frameworks for clients in healthcare, energy, and mobility sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academic researchers, and industry disruptors
- Advocate ethical considerations in technological deployment through stakeholder engagement
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, product innovation, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of delivering trend reports that influenced C-suite decisions
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and scenario planning
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis platforms
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented strategic initiatives