Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we shape tomorrow's world today. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking solutions for our 2026 product roadmap. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform speculative concepts into market-ready innovations.
You'll collaborate with our elite R&D division to anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market opportunities that will define 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to pioneer the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and emerging technologies to inform 2026 product strategy
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for future market conditions
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering/design teams
- Produce strategic whitepapers and trend reports for executive stakeholders
- Identify partnership opportunities with emerging tech startups
- Present future-focused roadmaps to C-suite and board members
- Monitor patent landscapes and academic research for breakthrough signals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record translating foresight into commercial products
- Strong data visualization and presentation skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)