Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Tech Lead and architect the digital frontier. We're seeking visionary pioneers to develop next-gen AI frameworks, quantum computing protocols, and immersive metaverse ecosystems. This hybrid role demands strategic foresight, technical mastery, and cross-industry collaboration to shape humanity's technological trajectory.
Our Austin-based innovation lab offers unparalleled resources for prototyping bleeding-edge solutions. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, neural network engineers, and AR/VR specialists to build scalable platforms that redefine human-computer interaction. Competitive equity package and cutting-edge R&D budget included.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026-compatible AI/ML systems with quantum-resistant security protocols
- Lead cross-functional teams developing metaverse infrastructure and neural interfaces
- Establish ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Drive innovation in decentralized networks and blockchain-based identity solutions
- Collaborate with NASA, DARPA, and Fortune 500 partners on space-tech integration
- Present breakthrough research at IEEE Quantum Computing summits and Web3 symposiums
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI Ethics, or Advanced Robotics with 8+ years industry experience
- Published research in Nature/Science on post-quantum cryptography or neural-symbolic AI
- Expertise in quantum machine learning frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq) and generative adversarial networks
- Proven track record scaling distributed systems for 10M+ concurrent users
- Fluency in Rust, TensorFlow Quantum, and WebAssembly for cross-platform deployment
- Deep understanding of ISO 21434 cybersecurity standards for autonomous systems
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-relevant projects (e.g., brain-computer interfaces, synthetic biology)