Job Description
Join our visionary team as we shape the technological landscape of 2026. At Horizon Innovations Group, we're seeking a pioneering Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital ecosystem. This role blends cutting-edge AI research with strategic foresight to position our company at the forefront of emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term tech roadmaps while mentoring a multidisciplinary team of innovators. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly impact global tech adoption.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and regulatory landscapes
- Lead research in quantum computing, neural interfaces, and decentralized systems
- Present strategic tech insights to executive stakeholders and investor forums
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs with academic and industry partners
- Anticipate ethical implications of emerging technologies and design governance frameworks
- Drive patent strategy for proprietary 2026-era technological solutions
- Mentor emerging talent in future-focused technical disciplines
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record in forecasting technological adoption trends (2018-2023)
- Expertise in at least three emerging domains: AGI, quantum machine learning, or bio-integrated tech
- Published research in IEEE Nature or equivalent tier-1 journals
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on technology transformation
- Certified in Strategic Foresight (CSP) from Association of Professional Futurists
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools and horizon scanning methodologies
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming frameworks