Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Tech Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's digital landscape. This role demands strategic foresight combined with hands-on innovation expertise to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible business advantages. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin R&D hub where you'll collaborate with quantum computing specialists, AI ethicists, and biotech pioneers to shape the next generation of human-machine symbiosis.
Our team thrives at the intersection of science and imagination, pushing boundaries in sustainable tech, neural interfaces, and decentralized systems. If you're passionate about solving humanity's greatest challenges through technology and possess the curiosity to explore the uncharted territories of 2026's tech horizon, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify breakthrough technologies with 2026-2030 market impact
- Develop strategic roadmaps for integrating emerging tech into enterprise ecosystems
- Conduct scenario planning for disruptive innovations in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build cross-functional innovation labs with industry partners
- Author thought leadership on technological evolution and its societal implications
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- 8+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, AR/VR)
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts to commercial products
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience with technology impact assessment frameworks
- Strong network within global innovation ecosystems
- Published author or speaker at major tech conferences