Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine the technological landscape for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. In this pivotal role, you'll shape how organizations prepare for the technological inflection points of the coming decade, bridging cutting-edge innovation with practical business applications.
As a thought leader in our Austin headquarters, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop predictive technology roadmaps. You'll analyze emerging trends in quantum computing, AI ethics, and decentralized systems while translating complex concepts into actionable strategies. This is your opportunity to influence how businesses navigate the unprecedented technological transformation awaiting us in the mid-2020s.
Responsibilities
- Architect strategic technology roadmaps for 2026-2030 adoption cycles
- Analyze quantum computing, AI governance, and metaverse convergence trends
- Lead predictive technology impact assessments for enterprise clients
- Develop cross-industry frameworks for ethical AI implementation
- Present future-state scenarios to executive leadership boards
- Manage innovation incubator projects for emerging tech solutions
- Author thought leadership reports on 2026 technology paradigm shifts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or innovation consulting
- Expertise in forecasting technology adoption curves (Gartner Hype Cycle)
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science/Futuristics preferred
- Published research on quantum/AI societal impact (IEEE, ACM)
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies for tech disruption
- Deep understanding of blockchain, AR/VR, and neuromorphic computing
- Track record of advising CTOs on 10-year tech strategy