Job Description
Join Horizon Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect 2026-ready solutions that transform industries. This senior role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technological acumen, and cross-functional leadership. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term roadmaps while incubating breakthrough technologies in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab. Ideal candidates thrive at the intersection of emerging tech (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and human-centric design, driving initiatives that shape our collective future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling future-facing technologies
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive trends and emerging risks
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications on future-of-work implications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of scaling breakthrough technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, AR/VR, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, Futures Studies, or related field
- Strong data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on long-term strategy
- Certification in Foresight Methodology or equivalent preferred