Job Description
Shape Tomorrow, Today. At Horizon Labs, we're not just predicting the future—we're building it. As a Senior Futurist Strategist, you'll lead our charge into 2026 and beyond, identifying emerging tech trends and transforming them into actionable business strategies. Join our Austin-based team of visionaries to pioneer solutions that redefine industries.
We offer a dynamic environment where your foresight drives innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, present at global forums, and influence products that touch millions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and forecast their market impact through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for C-suite clients, aligning future opportunities with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation
- Author thought leadership reports and keynote presentations at industry summits
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or emerging tech analysis
- Proven track record of published trend forecasts adopted by Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and impact assessment methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-shaping initiatives