Job Description
We are looking for a visionary technologist to define the technical roadmap for the year 2026. At Apex Horizon Systems, we are building the infrastructure for tomorrow's reality. As the Director of 2026 Strategic Technology, you will lead a cross-functional team in pioneering breakthroughs in Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), Quantum Computing interfaces, and Sustainable Energy Grids.
In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between theoretical research and production-ready systems. You will set the architectural standards that will define our products for the next decade, ensuring scalability, security, and ethical implementation of advanced technologies.
Why join us?
• Shape the future of technology with a competitive compensation package and equity options.
• Work in a high-performance environment with access to cutting-edge labs and hardware.
• Mentor the next generation of engineering talent in a culture of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the long-term technical vision for the 2026 product suite, focusing on AI integration and quantum-enhanced cloud solutions.
- Lead a team of 15+ senior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and rapid prototyping.
- Oversee the research and development of proprietary algorithms that predict and adapt to user behaviors in real-time.
- Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to translate high-level business goals into concrete technical roadmaps.
- Ensure all systems are built with enterprise-grade security and compliance standards (SOC2, GDPR).
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs to stay ahead of the curve in emerging technologies.
- Present technical strategy to the board of directors and executive leadership team.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership or architectural capacity.
- Deep expertise in Machine Learning, Neural Networks, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Strong background in distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud computing (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
- Experience with Quantum Computing frameworks and simulation tools is highly preferred.
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
- Proven track record of delivering complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.