Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the decade ahead. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect next-generation solutions that will redefine human experience. This role demands a blend of technical acumen, strategic foresight, and creative problem-solving to develop breakthrough innovations by 2026.
You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to prototype quantum-resistant systems, AI-human symbiotic interfaces, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and transforms abstract future scenarios into actionable roadmaps.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with quantum computing and biotech convergence
- Prototype AI-driven sustainability solutions for climate resilience
- Architect human-centric digital experiences for post-2025 societal shifts
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and external stakeholders
- Manage innovation sprints with cross-functional R&D teams
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or product innovation
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Futures Studies
- Portfolio demonstrating 2025+ technology forecasting projects
- Certification in strategic foresight or innovation management
- Experience with agile development for long-term R&D initiatives