Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the future of human-machine interaction. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on innovation, requiring you to anticipate technological disruptions and translate them into actionable business strategies.
Our dynamic team operates at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and government think tanks to develop blueprints for tomorrow's digital ecosystem. This is more than a job—it's your chance to define the next decade of technological progress.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential by 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech innovations
- Design predictive models for societal and economic impacts of technological disruption
- Partner with C-suite executives to embed future-ready principles into organizational DNA
- Present findings to global stakeholders through white papers, TED-style talks, and policy briefs
- Manage cross-functional teams executing prototype development for next-gen solutions
- Establish ethical frameworks for responsible technological deployment in high-stakes domains
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years experience in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record of successfully predicting and commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, and synthetic biology convergence
- Exceptional systems thinking ability to map complex interdependencies across domains
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier tech publications
- Security clearance or willingness to obtain government-level clearance for sensitive projects