Job Description
Shape tomorrow today as our 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead at Horizon Dynamics Inc. in Austin. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our technological roadmap for the post-2025 era, driving breakthroughs in AI integration, sustainable tech, and human-machine collaboration. Join a team redefining industry standards while solving humanity's most pressing challenges. This hybrid role combines deep technical foresight with executive leadership, offering unparalleled impact at the intersection of innovation and human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026+ technology roadmaps for quantum computing, neuro-interfaces, and climate-resilient systems
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and sustainability teams
- Anticipate regulatory and ethical implications of emerging technologies through horizon scanning
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and quantum research labs
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor innovation fellows in future-proofing methodologies
- Drive patent development for proprietary 2026-era technologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies with 8+ years of experience
- Proven track record in scaling AI/quantum initiatives to commercial viability
- Deep expertise in emerging tech ethics frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST standards)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership on 2026+ technology implications
- Experience securing $5M+ in innovation grants or venture funding
- Fluency in at least two programming languages (Python preferred)