Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the next generation of digital experiences. We're seeking a strategic thinker to lead our innovation roadmap for post-2025 technological disruption. This role demands a blend of technical foresight and business acumen to shape our product ecosystem while navigating emerging paradigms like quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, and decentralized networks.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-proof strategies, translating cutting-edge research into actionable business opportunities. Our Austin-based hub offers an entrepreneurial environment where your ideas will directly influence $2B+ in product development. We provide comprehensive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and dedicated innovation time.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology adoption roadmaps for AI, blockchain, and quantum computing ecosystems
- Analyze emerging tech trends (2026-2030) and assess market readiness for commercial deployment
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align technical strategy with business objectives
- Author thought leadership papers on future tech implications for Fortune 500 clients
- Manage pilot programs for next-gen technologies with $500K+ annual innovation budgets
- Mentor R&D teams in implementing future-proof architecture patterns
- Represent company at global tech summits and policy discussions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy, innovation management, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies (AI/quantum/blockchain)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech focus
- Deep understanding of Moore's Law evolution and post-silicon computing paradigms
- Experience developing technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight preferred
- Portfolio of published research on 2026+ technology implications
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for next-gen tech deployment