Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next decade of innovation. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker to anticipate technological disruptions, shape product roadmaps, and position our company at the forefront of emerging trends. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing actionable strategies for quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
We seek a disruptor who thrives at the intersection of technology and foresight. In this executive position, you'll directly influence our $2B innovation pipeline and present strategic blueprints to the board. The ideal candidate combines deep technical acumen with business intuition to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead scenario planning for climate-resilient infrastructure and circular economy models
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Advise C-suite on regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and synthetic biology
- Establish global partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Present strategic forecasts at industry conferences and investor summits
- Mentor a team of futurists and technology analysts
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, generative AI, or synthetic biology
- Executive-level experience with enterprise-scale transformation
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting (IEEE, Nature, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Fluency in technology ethics frameworks and sustainable development principles