Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we pioneer the next frontier of technological advancement. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our long-term innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of cutting-edge technical foresight and strategic business acumen to shape how organizations navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and translate emerging trends into actionable blueprints for sustainable growth.
Our Austin headquarters sits at the epicenter of tech disruption, offering unparalleled access to AI, quantum computing, and biotech ecosystems. If you thrive at the intersection of tomorrow's possibilities and today's business challenges, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026+ industry disruption forecasts
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives for emerging tech adoption (AI, quantum, AR/VR)
- Partner with R&D teams to identify breakthrough opportunities in sustainability and automation
- Deliver executive briefings on technological paradigm shifts and competitive positioning
- Architect innovation frameworks for ethical tech deployment and regulatory compliance
- Curate strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Establish KPIs for measuring long-term technological ROI and innovation maturity
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven expertise in forecasting tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Executive-level experience translating complex concepts into business strategy
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership in future-tech journals or industry whitepapers
- Experience with scenario-planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Deep understanding of ethical tech governance frameworks
- Portfolio demonstrating impact from long-term tech initiatives