Job Description
Join our elite innovation team at Horizon Labs to architect the future of technology. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead groundbreaking initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with business acumen to shape our product roadmap and competitive advantage. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify emerging trends, develop strategic frameworks, and accelerate commercialization of disruptive technologies.
At Horizon Labs, we're not just predicting the future – we're building it. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art labs and a culture of radical innovation where your ideas can transform markets. This hybrid role offers flexibility while maintaining deep collaboration with our cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Facilitate executive workshops on future scenarios and technology adoption forecasting
- Manage portfolio of pre-2026 innovation projects from ideation to pilot implementation
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Present future-vision frameworks to stakeholders and translate insights into actionable strategies
- Lead cross-functional teams in executing innovation sprints focused on 2026 market opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years experience in innovation strategy, product development, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Deep understanding of 2026 technology landscape and megatrends
- Exceptional facilitation skills for executive workshops and stakeholder presentations
- Experience managing innovation portfolios with $1M+ budgets
- Strong analytical skills with data-driven scenario planning expertise
- Certification in innovation management (e.g., PDMA, CPSI) preferred