Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's digital revolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the next generation of tech ecosystems. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to shape our innovation roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing breakthrough solutions while navigating emerging paradigms like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech infrastructures. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly influence global tech standards.
Responsibilities
- Architect multi-year technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market readiness
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and decentralized systems
- Partner with C-suite executives to align tech strategy with business objectives
- Conduct competitive analysis and emerging threat assessments for 2026+ tech landscape
- Present future-tech frameworks to investors, regulators, and industry consortiums
- Mentor cross-functional teams in agile innovation methodologies
- Drive patent development for proprietary 2026-era technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in futurism or innovation planning
- Proven track record in scaling tech ecosystems from concept to market
- Expertise in at least three emerging tech domains: quantum, AI ethics, or Web3
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management
- Prior experience with Fortune 500 tech roadmapping
- Published research on 2025+ tech trends (IEEE, ACM, or equivalent)