Job Description
Horizon Innovations Group is seeking a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to shape our 2026 technology roadmap. You will lead the identification and integration of emerging technologies that will redefine our industry, working directly with C-suite executives to develop forward-looking strategies. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, market foresight, and executive communication skills to navigate the complex intersection of innovation and business impact.
Join us in building tomorrow's solutions today. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a state-of-the-art innovation lab where your ideas become reality. If you're passionate about creating the future and thrive in ambiguity, this is your opportunity to make history.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 3-5 year market impact
- Develop strategic roadmaps for technology adoption aligned with 2026 business objectives
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and board members with actionable recommendations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators for cutting-edge research
- Monitor global tech trends and competitive landscapes through proprietary intelligence systems
- Drive scenario planning for technological disruptions and market shifts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Innovation Management, or related field
- 10+ years experience in technology strategy, product innovation, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with documented market impact
- Expertise in at least three emerging technology domains (AI/ML, blockchain, quantum, etc.)
- Executive-level communication skills for translating complex concepts to stakeholders
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through ambiguous innovation cycles
- Published research or patents in emerging technologies preferred
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFS, APF)