Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect transformative strategies that redefine industry landscapes. As a pioneer in emerging tech, you'll shape how businesses adapt to post-2025 paradigm shifts. Our Austin headquarters fosters groundbreaking collaboration with Fortune 500 partners and cutting-edge startups. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence global tech trajectories while working with a world-class team of futurists and engineers.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ strategic roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Conduct horizon scanning for disruptive technologies and market signals
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and investor boards
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-driven resource allocation
- Author thought leadership pieces for industry publications and conferences
- Mentor junior futurists using proprietary foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or emerging tech leadership
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis frameworks
- Proven track record scaling innovation initiatives in tech sectors
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Experience presenting to executive audiences on complex future topics
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism domains