Job Description
Shape tomorrow today at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our technological roadmap for the next frontier. Join our elite R&D team in Austin's innovation corridor, where you'll drive breakthrough solutions that redefine industries. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging concepts into market-disrupting realities.
Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resourcesâincluding a quantum computing lab and AI ethics thinktankâwhere you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley veterans. This is your chance to build the future while enjoying Texas' thriving tech ecosystem, competitive compensation, and forward-thinking culture.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026+ technology roadmap with 5-year strategic vision
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing breakthrough innovations
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Present futuristic concepts to C-suite and venture partners
- Drive R&D initiatives with $50M+ annual innovation budget
- Establish industry partnerships for technology adoption
- Monitor global tech trends and disruptor landscapes
- Develop patent portfolios for proprietary innovations
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy, innovation, or futurism
- Proven track record of launching market-disrupting products
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics
- Expertise in emerging tech ecosystems (AI, blockchain, quantum)
- Executive presence with stakeholder management experience
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism
- PMP or equivalent innovation certification preferred
- Experience scaling global R&D operations