Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight and cross-industry innovation expertise to position our organization as a decade-defining leader. Collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term technology roadmaps while identifying emerging paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech infrastructure.
Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources for thought leadership, including dedicated innovation labs and partnerships with MIT and Stanford's future-tech initiatives. Shape how humanity interacts with technology through research-backed strategic planning and ecosystem development.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 technology adoption roadmaps across enterprise divisions
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum AI, neuro interfaces, decentralized systems)
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D and product teams
- Present future-vision briefings to board members and industry consortiums
- Patent novel technology integration methodologies
- Author annual 'State of the Future' industry whitepapers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 exposure
- Published research in future-tech journals (e.g., Nature Futures, IEEE Foresight)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Fluency in at least two emerging tech frameworks (e.g., blockchain 3.0, generative AI ethics)
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management