Job Description
Join our pioneering team as we redefine technological boundaries for 2026. We seek a visionary Tech Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. This role blends cutting-edge innovation with strategic foresight, requiring you to anticipate technological shifts, shape product roadmaps, and lead cross-disciplinary initiatives that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and sustainable tech pioneers to build solutions for a hyper-connected future.
At Horizon Innovations, we believe 2026 will be the inflection point where human-machine symbiosis becomes mainstream. Your expertise will directly influence how we navigate this transformation, ensuring our solutions are both revolutionary and responsibly implemented. This position reports directly to our Chief Innovation Officer and offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps with 5-year strategic vision
- Lead research initiatives in quantum computing, neural interfaces, and sustainable AI
- Collaborate with governments and NGOs on ethical tech frameworks for 2026
- Mentor teams in emerging technologies including biocomputing and decentralized systems
- Present foresight analyses to C-suite and board stakeholders quarterly
- Secure partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Drive innovation sprints focused on solving 2026's grand challenges
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Published research in future studies or emerging technologies
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum computing, neurotech, or climate tech
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products/services
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of ethical AI and responsible innovation frameworks