Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the cutting edge of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight and technical innovation to shape products that will define the post-2025 world. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing AI-driven solutions, quantum computing applications, and immersive metaverse experiences that anticipate market needs before they emerge.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with emerging market trends and regulatory shifts
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, biotech integration, and neural interfaces
- Architect ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and AI governance
- Partner with C-suite executives to embed future-proofing into corporate strategy
- Identify and evaluate disruptive startups for potential acquisition or partnership
- Present foresight insights to investors and board members through compelling data narratives
- Mentor innovation teams in speculative design and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurist Studies with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record in scaling technology ventures through paradigm shifts
- Expertise in quantum computing, neural networks, or decentralized systems
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- Fluency in scenario planning and horizon scanning frameworks
- Experience with regulatory compliance for emerging technologies (FDA, FCC, etc.)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-tech commercializations