Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape as we shape innovations for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, design strategic roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in building the future of digital transformation. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate market shifts and transform insights into actionable business strategies.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven track record of translating complex data into compelling narratives that drive organizational change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate future risks in an ever-evolving digital ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technological, economic, and social trends to forecast industry disruptions through 2030
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections and organizational goals
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-facing solutions and validating market viability
- Present compelling future scenarios to executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and industry pioneers
- Create quantitative models to assess emerging technologies' ROI and adoption trajectories
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a culture of forward-thinking across the organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Technology Management, Economics, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology planning
- Proven experience with scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or sustainable tech domains
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy publications
- Proficiency in foresight frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi, backcasting)
- Track record of implementing strategic initiatives from concept to execution