Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Labs, where innovation meets impact. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. Join our elite team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem and pioneer breakthrough technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to influence global tech trajectories while working alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley veterans. Our culture rewards bold thinking and offers flexible arrangements, equity participation, and cutting-edge resources.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across AI, quantum computing, and biotech sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities
- Produce trend reports forecasting market shifts and emerging technologies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Present strategic insights at global tech summits and industry conferences
- Mentor junior futurists and build cross-functional innovation pipelines
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in tech consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 100 exposure
- Proven track record of developing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFS) preferred
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or major tech publications
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive audiences