Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking visionary minds to design and implement cutting-edge solutions for the post-2025 digital frontier. This hybrid role blends foresight analysis with hands-on innovation leadership, driving breakthroughs in AI ethics, quantum computing integration, and sustainable tech ecosystems. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 societal and market shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-AI collaboration systems
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployed in critical infrastructure
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and government innovation councils
- Manage $2M+ R&D budgets for future-focused pilot programs
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic tech planning with Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on AI governance or quantum applications
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing simulations
- Security clearance preferred for government-contracted projects