Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Future Technology Strategist to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary leader to bridge emerging innovations with market demands, driving our next decade of breakthroughs. This role demands strategic foresight, technical acumen, and the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable roadmaps. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to position Horizon as the pioneer of tomorrow's digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market predictions and industry disruptions
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech integration) for strategic adoption opportunities
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs for cutting-edge research
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory shifts affecting tech deployment timelines
- Build a technology foresight framework using predictive analytics and scenario planning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, product innovation, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products or services
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., AI, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech focus
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Forecasting (preferred)
- Experience with patent strategy and IP commercialization
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major technology foresight projects