Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. As a 2026 Technology Futurist, you'll architect the next wave of digital transformation by anticipating and shaping technological paradigms that will define the next decade. This visionary role demands strategic foresight, deep technical expertise, and an unwavering passion for innovation.
Our Austin-based innovation hub thrives on boundary-pushing projects in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, industry disruptors, and government agencies to develop frameworks that guide responsible technological adoption worldwide. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to write the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technology adoption trends through 2026 across AI, biotech, and quantum domains
- Lead strategic workshops with C-suite executives to align innovation roadmaps with business objectives
- Author white papers and policy briefs on emerging tech's societal impact for global policymakers
- Manage cross-functional prototyping labs testing next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Represent the company at Davos, CES, and UN technology summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurism (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in technology strategy at Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Published research in Nature/Science on AI or quantum systems
- Proven track record of scaling tech initiatives from concept to global deployment
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of regulatory landscapes in 15+ countries
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages