Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the digital landscape of tomorrow. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to transform emerging trends into actionable business solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps for quantum computing integration, AI ethics frameworks, and decentralized infrastructure that will define the next decade of innovation. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer breakthrough technologies while maintaining ethical sustainability standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging technologies (quantum, bio-interfaces, Web4.0)
- Author annual FutureTech Outlook reports with market impact analyses and risk assessments
- Establish strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, NASA JPL, and global tech accelerators
- Design ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and generative AI deployments
- Mentor a team of 5 futurist analysts while managing $2M R&D innovation budget
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership on quantum computing or AI ethics (IEEE, Nature journals)
- Proven track record of scaling tech ventures from concept to $100M+ revenue
- Expertise in scenario planning using Delphi methodology and horizon scanning techniques
- Certification in Technology Foresight (UNESCO) or Strategic Innovation Management
- Deep understanding of blockchain, neuromorphic computing, and climate-tech convergence