Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we shape the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to lead our next-generation initiatives. This role requires a blend of technological foresight, business acumen, and creative problem-solving to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform cutting-edge concepts into scalable solutions while driving our innovation ecosystem forward.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in 2026+ markets
- Conduct competitive analysis and patent landscape reviews for emerging tech sectors
- Present innovation strategies to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Manage a portfolio of experimental projects with $5M+ annual R&D budget
- Partner with academic institutions to establish joint research initiatives
- Drive adoption of emerging technologies through internal innovation challenges
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or innovation management
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, etc.)
- Proven track record of launching successful tech products/services
- Experience with scenario planning and future-trend methodologies
- Strong financial modeling skills for technology ROI assessment
- PhD or Master's in relevant STEM field preferred
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals