Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect the next wave of transformative technologies. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term innovation roadmaps while maintaining agile execution capabilities.
Our Austin headquarters offers an immersive environment where cutting-edge research meets market-ready deployment. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team exploring quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This position requires exceptional communication skills to articulate complex future scenarios to diverse stakeholders while maintaining operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026-2030 technology roadmaps aligned with market trends and organizational goals
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating next-generation solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Translate futuristic concepts into actionable business cases with ROI projections
- Mentor innovation specialists in futures thinking methodologies
- Present visionary insights to executive leadership and investors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership roles
- Proven track record in developing 5-10 year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, etc.)
- Certification in futures thinking or strategic foresight (preferred)
- Experience managing R&D budgets exceeding $5M annually
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive and investor audiences
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, MS in Tech Innovation, etc.)