Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today. Innovate Horizon Labs seeks a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-gen digital ecosystem. You'll decode emerging tech trends, develop 5-year strategic roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in implementing groundbreaking innovations. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our company at the forefront of technological evolution.
Join our Austin-based innovation hub where your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and corporate strategy. We offer competitive compensation, cutting-edge resources, and the autonomy to transform futuristic concepts into tangible solutions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technology trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and forecast their market impact through 2030
- Develop comprehensive strategic roadmaps for technology integration across all business units
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and board members through compelling data visualizations
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate futuristic concepts into viable product roadmaps
- Monitor global tech policies and ethical frameworks affecting long-term strategy
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Management, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for tech companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Foresight preferred