Job Description
Join the vanguard of technological evolution at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as our 2026 Tech Futurist, where you'll architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging tech trends and position our enterprise at the forefront of innovation. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our 5-year technology roadmap.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with industry pioneers and influence multi-billion-dollar digital transformations. If you thrive at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems, this is your defining career moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive frameworks for 2026 technology adoption across quantum, bioinformatics, and immersive computing
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align executive teams on emerging tech priorities
- Produce horizon-scanning reports identifying disruptive opportunities in AI governance and neurotech
- Architect strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D pioneers
- Establish KPIs for measuring tech innovation ROI in future-facing domains
- Mentor next-generation futurists through our Horizon Academy program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with proven impact on enterprise innovation
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning, Monte Carlo analysis)
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, neuromorphic systems, and decentralized tech
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (IEEE, Nature Futures, etc.)
- Experience leading cross-cultural innovation teams across 3+ continents
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering
- Fluency in Python for trend modeling and data visualization