Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a 2026 Tech Futurist and architect the next generation of technological disruption. We're seeking a visionary strategist to map emerging trends, develop innovation roadmaps, and guide our R&D initiatives toward 2026's frontier technologies. This role blends deep technical foresight with business acumen to transform future possibilities into market-leading solutions.
At Horizon Labs, we thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, patent-pending engineers, and venture capitalists to shape humanity's technological trajectory. Our culture rewards audacious thinking and offers unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Design strategic innovation roadmaps for quantum-AI convergence and neural interfaces
- Lead cross-functional R&D sprints to prototype next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Advise C-suite on emerging tech disruptions and competitive positioning
- Secure patents and publish white papers on 2026 technology paradigms
- Mentor futurist talent and build innovation ecosystems across Silicon Valley
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or Futurism with 8+ years in tech strategy
- Proven track record of patenting or commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or AGI development
- Published author in MIT Technology Review or equivalent tier
- Experience advising Fortune 500 on digital transformation
- Deep network with DARPA, IEEE 2026 committees, or similar bodies
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and predictive modeling frameworks