Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical expertise, and innovative thinking to transform emerging concepts into tangible market advantages. You'll lead cross-functional teams to develop roadmaps that anticipate technological disruptions and position our organization as an industry leader.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a cutting-edge tech incubator with a portfolio of 12 AI-driven ventures and $500M in funding. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art labs and a culture of radical innovation where your ideas will shape tomorrow's reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with 3-5 year market impact potential
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Conduct competitive analysis and patent landscape studies for emerging domains
- Present strategic technology forecasts to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Design scalable frameworks for rapid prototyping of future technologies
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years in technology strategy or innovation management
- Proven track record in emerging technology commercialization
- Expertise in at least two future-tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech)
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting models
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools and strategic frameworks
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or future studies
- Certification in technology foresight or innovation management preferred