Job Description
Shape the future as our lead 2026 Strategic Futurist at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect tomorrow's enterprise ecosystems by analyzing emerging tech, societal shifts, and market disruptions. Join our elite innovation team in Austin's thriving tech corridor and help define how businesses evolve in the post-2025 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 market trends and technology adoption curves
- Produce horizon-scanning reports on AI, biotech, and quantum computing convergence
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical and climate-driven business impacts
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives on future-proofing strategies
- Author thought leadership publications for industry publications and conferences
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype 2026-ready product architectures
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or technology trend analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and predictive modeling
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and statistical software
- Published research on emerging technology impacts preferred
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on innovation strategy
- Strong background in ethical tech governance frameworks