Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Technology Futurist. You'll architect the next wave of disruptive solutions that will redefine industries and shape the digital landscape of tomorrow. This visionary role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical mastery, and innovative thinking to pioneer breakthrough technologies in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 global innovation trends
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in emerging fields (quantum AI, biometric interfaces, carbon-negative computing)
- Partner with C-suite to integrate futuristic tech into enterprise architecture
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through federal/state innovation grants and venture partnerships
- Author thought leadership publications on tech ethics and societal impact of 2026 innovations
- Mentor a team of 15+ specialists across nanotech, neuro-interfaces, and decentralized systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or Quantum Systems with 10+ years R&D leadership
- Proven track record scaling tech startups to $100M+ valuation
- Published research in Nature/Science journals on future technologies
- Expertise in federated learning, neuromorphic chips, and climate-tech AI
- Top-tier patents in quantum cryptography or sustainable computing
- Deep familiarity with DARPA/NASA innovation frameworks and grant protocols