Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the next generation of breakthrough technologies. Shape how humanity navigates AI, quantum computing, and sustainable futures while leading cross-disciplinary teams to redefine industry standards. This role demands radical creativity and strategic foresight to build solutions for 2026's evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps for quantum-AI convergence systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Analyze emerging tech trends (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology) for market disruption
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making algorithms
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through strategic stakeholder presentations
- Partner with NASA and DARPA on space-tech commercialization initiatives
- Author thought leadership papers on 2026 workforce automation scenarios
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic innovation at FAANG or equivalent tech frontier
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum-AI hybrid systems
- Expertise in scenario planning using Monte Carlo simulations
- Proficiency in Python for predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Track record of launching products with >$100M market impact
- Security clearance preferred for government collaboration projects