Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. This role demands strategic foresight, technical expertise, and the ability to translate future possibilities into actionable roadmaps.
As a cornerstone of our R&D division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, quantum computing pioneers, and AI ethicists to develop next-generation frameworks. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and a culture where unconventional thinking is not just accepted—it's celebrated.
Responsibilities
- Architect strategic technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruptions
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-secure systems and AI-driven autonomous solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology)
- Develop patentable innovations addressing climate resilience and human augmentation
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and venture partners
- Mentor junior researchers in speculative design methodologies
- Secure $5M+ annual innovation grants from federal and private sources
Qualifications
- PhD in Computational Physics, Robotics, or Bioengineering with 10+ years R&D leadership
- Published research in Science or Nature on quantum/AI convergence
- Track record of commercializing future-focused technologies
- Expertise in ethical frameworks for human-machine symbiosis
- Proficiency in predictive modeling using Monte Carlo simulations
- Experience securing DARPA/NASA innovation grants
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages