Job Description
Shape the technological landscape of tomorrow at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist & Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer next-generation AI solutions. This role bridges bleeding-edge research with market-ready applications, driving exponential growth in autonomous systems, quantum computing integration, and ethical AI frameworks.
Join our elite innovation team in Austin's tech epicenter to lead high-impact projects that redefine industry standards. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry giants while mentoring the next generation of AI pioneers. If you're passionate about building the future and thrive at the intersection of technology and humanity, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute the 2026 AI innovation roadmap, aligning quantum computing and neural network breakthroughs with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing ethical AI frameworks and responsible automation systems
- Drive R&D initiatives in generative AI, predictive analytics, and human-AI symbiosis
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and Fortune 500 companies
- Oversee the commercialization of AI patents and intellectual property portfolios
- Champion diversity and inclusion in AI development and deployment
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 8+ years of industry leadership
- Proven track record of shipping transformative AI products with $10M+ revenue impact
- Expertise in quantum machine learning, neural architecture search, and federated learning
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML) or equivalent industry impact
- Experience leading global teams across 3+ time zones with agile methodologies
- Deep knowledge of AI ethics, bias mitigation, and regulatory compliance frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders