Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of innovation as we shape the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to identify emerging trends, develop long-term innovation roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in building next-generation solutions. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation, requiring a blend of technical acumen and business leadership.
You'll work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters, collaborating with world-class engineers, designers, and product managers to create breakthrough technologies that will define the next decade. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that rewards curiosity and bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Identify and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating future technology concepts
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and technology pioneers
- Monitor competitive landscape and regulatory shifts affecting future technologies
- Drive R&D initiatives with $5M+ annual budget allocation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or R&D leadership
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Administration
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep expertise in at least two future-tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Exceptional analytical and scenario-planning capabilities
- Experience managing cross-functional teams of 15+ professionals
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication expertise
- Certification in technology forecasting or innovation management preferred