Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation solutions, and guide our organization through the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to turn futuristic possibilities into actionable business strategies.
As a pioneer in our Austin innovation hub, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to anticipate technological disruptions, identify market opportunities, and develop roadmaps that position us as industry leaders. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market disruptions and opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating futuristic innovations into core business operations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate and prototype next-gen solutions
- Produce trend reports and scenario analyses for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to prioritize emerging technology investments
- Represent company at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior strategists in future-proof methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Technology Strategy, or related field with 5+ years experience
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into executable business strategies
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, or climate tech trends
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Experience leading strategic foresight initiatives for Fortune 500 companies
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful trend-to-strategy implementations