Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a forward-thinking 2026 Technology Futurist to anticipate paradigm shifts, guide innovation roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of tomorrow's digital frontier. This role blends strategic foresight with actionable execution, requiring deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal implications. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term technology strategies that shape our competitive advantage in the post-2025 era.
Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where cutting-edge research meets practical application. You'll lead initiatives in quantum computing, biotech integration, and AI ethics while mentoring a cross-functional team of researchers and engineers. This is a unique opportunity to define how businesses will operate in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends and regulatory shifts to forecast industry transformations by 2026
- Develop multi-year innovation roadmaps aligning with 2030 business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Monitor geopolitical and environmental factors impacting tech adoption timelines
- Author white papers on future workforce automation and human-machine collaboration
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record in anticipating market shifts (e.g., metaverse, quantum computing)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, blockchain, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Experience developing long-term strategic plans with 5+ year horizons
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in tech journals or industry forums
- Certification in Futures Research or Technology Foresight preferred