Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. This role blends cutting-edge AI, quantum computing, and biotech innovation to shape industries before they emerge. You'll lead strategic foresight initiatives, partner with C-suite executives to future-proof enterprises, and pioneer solutions that redefine human-machine interaction.
Our Austin headquarters offers an unparalleled innovation ecosystem where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, NASA engineers, and Silicon Valley disruptors. We provide unlimited R&D budgets, flexible work arrangements, and equity participation in breakthrough ventures.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping next-gen human-AI interfaces
- Advocate ethical AI governance frameworks for global tech deployments
- Produce quarterly futurist reports on quantum computing adoption patterns
- Curate executive workshops on metaverse economics and decentralized systems
- Secure $5M+ in innovation grants for sustainable tech initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Engineering, or Futurism with 8+ years industry experience
- Published research in Nature or Science journals on emerging technologies
- Expertise in generative AI architectures and quantum machine learning
- Proven track record of scaling tech ventures from concept to $100M+ valuation
- Deep understanding of neurotechnology and synthetic biology convergence
- Certification in Strategic Foresight from ACSP or WFS
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages