Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Dynamics to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek visionary individuals who can transform emerging trends into actionable strategies that will redefine industries. This role sits at the intersection of innovation, foresight, and execution, requiring you to map technology trajectories 3-5 years ahead while building cross-functional coalitions to bring these visions to life.
You'll work alongside C-suite executives, R&D leaders, and venture partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities in quantum computing, AI ethics, sustainable tech, and human augmentation. Our Austin-based innovation lab offers a dynamic environment where your ideas can shape tomorrow's solutions today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive technology roadmap for 2026, identifying emerging trends and disruptive innovations
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across quantum computing, biotech, AI, and sustainable energy sectors
- Present strategic briefings to executive leadership and board members on future technology implications
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-tech capabilities into 2026 product roadmaps
- Build and lead a cross-functional 'Future Council' with engineers, designers, and market strategists
- Author white papers and thought leadership content positioning our company at the vanguard of technological evolution
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or emerging technology consulting
- Deep expertise in at least two future-tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, or climate tech)
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year technology vision documents
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex technical and market data
- Experience presenting to C-suite executives and boards on strategic technology topics
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related quantitative field
- Published thought leadership in technology futurism or innovation strategy