Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital ecosystem. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on innovation, driving our R&D initiatives toward quantum computing, neural interfaces, and sustainable AI systems. You'll lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions while maintaining ethical deployment standards. Our Austin headquarters offers cutting-edge labs and collaborative spaces where ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps aligned with market trends
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing and neural interface technologies
- Coordinate with engineering teams to prototype sustainable AI systems
- Analyze emerging tech disruptions and recommend strategic pivots
- Mentor innovation teams on future-proofing methodologies
- Present technology forecasts to executive stakeholders
- Collaborate with ethics boards on responsible tech deployment
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Expertise in quantum computing, AI ethics, or biotech integration
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Strong background in scenario planning and trend analysis
- Experience with agile development in experimental environments
- Published research in emerging technologies (IEEE, ACM, etc.)
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation