Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Tech Futurist to architect the digital frontier. We're seeking visionary strategists who can decode emerging tech trends and translate them into actionable roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This role blends deep technical acumen with business foresight, operating at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll lead high-impact initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026, working with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our Austin Innovation Hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for enterprise clients in finance, healthcare, and logistics
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum machine learning and neural interfaces
- Author white papers on AI ethics and regulatory frameworks for next-gen autonomous systems
- Coordinate with MIT Media Lab and Stanford HAI on emerging tech validation protocols
- Mentor junior futurists in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives at Davos and CES conferences
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field (or equivalent breakthrough innovation portfolio)
- 5+ years in strategic tech foresight with demonstrated impact on product roadmaps
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum algorithms or neuromorphic computing
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for AI and biotech (FDA, GDPR, IEEE ethics standards)
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation platforms (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Track record of securing $10M+ in R&D funding for futuristic initiatives