Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a visionary AI Futurist to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a strategic thinker to bridge emerging AI capabilities with market disruption, driving our position at the forefront of the 2026 tech revolution. This role demands a blend of technical acumen and future-sensing expertise to transform theoretical innovations into commercial realities.
Our Austin hub pulses with innovation, offering unparalleled resources to develop next-generation AI systems that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers and neuro-symbolic AI researchers to build the infrastructure for tomorrow's digital economy.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026-focused AI roadmaps integrating quantum computing, AGI precursors, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype AI systems targeting 2026 market readiness
- Anticipate and mitigate ethical/societal impacts of near-future autonomous systems
- Develop strategic partnerships with 2026 tech ecosystem pioneers (neurotech, climate AI)
- Produce horizon-scanning reports on 2026's disruptive technological inflection points
- Advise C-suite on 2026 digital transformation strategies and competitive positioning
- Drive innovation sprints targeting 2026 breakthrough capabilities in human-AI symbiosis
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI with 5+ years researching 2026-relevant technologies
- Proven track record in developing production-grade AI systems with 2026-scale impact
- Deep expertise in quantum machine learning, neuro-symbolic AI, or climate modeling
- Published work on 2026 technological convergence points (AGI, biotech, quantum)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 on 2026 digital transformation strategies
- Strong understanding of 2026 regulatory landscapes for autonomous systems
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused AI prototypes with measurable societal impact
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex 2026 tech visions