Job Description
Shape tomorrow's digital landscape as a 2026 Tech Futurist at Horizon Innovations. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our technology roadmap for the next decade. This role demands an expert who can decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and position our AI-driven ecosystem at the forefront of innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate futuristic concepts into actionable blueprints, ensuring our solutions anticipate 2026's technological inflection points before they happen.
Join our cross-disciplinary innovation lab where quantum computing, neural interfaces, and decentralized ecosystems converge. This isn't just about predicting the future—it's about creating it. If you thrive at the intersection of bleeding-edge technology and strategic foresight, this is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 technology roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and Web3 paradigms
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 3-5 year adoption curves
- Develop scenario models for technological disruption across industries (healthcare, finance, manufacturing)
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen interfaces and user experiences for 2026 ecosystems
- Advise executive team on technology investments with 10-year strategic impact
- Author thought leadership on future tech trends for industry conferences and publications
- Establish KPI frameworks measuring technology readiness for 2026 market transitions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial roadmaps
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Strong background in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems
- Published work or patents in emerging technology domains
- Ability to communicate complex future concepts to diverse stakeholders
- MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies preferred