Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 technology. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions. This role demands a blend of technical acumen and strategic foresight to shape industries before they transform. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technology and market trends through 2026 using predictive analytics
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on future-proofing operations
- Author white papers on disruptive technologies with global industry impact
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype 2026-viable solutions
- Monitor geopolitical shifts affecting tech adoption timelines
- Present findings at Davos-level summits and patent offices worldwide
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate foresight
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Published research on singularity or transhumanism topics
- Proficiency in trend forecasting tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester)
- Experience with scenario planning for exponential technologies
- Portfolio of implemented 5+ year strategic initiatives
- Clearances for classified sector innovation projects