Job Description
Shape the technological landscape of 2026 at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking an AI Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's intelligent systems today. Join our elite innovation team in Austin's thriving tech corridor, where you'll pioneer breakthrough AI solutions that redefine human-machine collaboration. This role combines deep technical expertise with visionary foresight to develop scalable frameworks for autonomous systems, ethical AI governance, and next-generation neural interfaces.
Our culture values radical innovation, continuous learning, and boundary-pushing research. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in state-of-the-art labs, with resources allocated for cutting-edge experiments and conference participation. We offer comprehensive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement 2026-focused AI roadmaps for autonomous systems and human augmentation
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing ethical AI governance frameworks
- Conduct predictive analysis of technological convergence points (quantum-AI-bio interfaces)
- Author white papers and patents for next-generation neural network architectures
- Advocate for responsible innovation standards at global tech forums
- Mentor junior researchers in emerging AI paradigms
- Secure $5M+ in R&D funding for 2026 technology initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Computer Science, or related field with 8+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, etc.)
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and quantum computing
- Proven track record in scaling AI systems to enterprise level
- Deep understanding of ethical AI development and regulatory landscapes
- Experience with 10+ AI deployment projects in production environments
- Strong background in human-computer interaction and cognitive science