Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and societal shifts that will reshape industries by 2026. This role blends deep technical foresight with business acumen to build actionable roadmaps for our clients' futures. You'll work in our state-of-the-art Austin hub, collaborating with quantum computing experts and AI ethicists to turn future possibilities into present-day advantages.
We offer unparalleled opportunities to shape how humanity navigates the next technological paradigm shift. If you thrive at the intersection of innovation and strategy, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological adoption patterns through 2026
- Lead scenario planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients on AI and quantum impacts
- Produce annual '2026 Horizon Report' identifying disruptive market forces
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and biotech integration
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives on 5-year tech trajectories
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or emerging technology consulting
- Published research on 2020s tech disruption (quantum/AI/biotech focus)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technology convergence
- Proven track record advising C-suite on future strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field