Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow's technology landscape as a 2026 Tech Futurist Strategist at Horizon Innovations. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect our roadmap for the next generation of digital transformation. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and innovative thinking to position our company at the forefront of emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to decode technological trends, anticipate market disruptions, and develop actionable strategies that will define 2026 and beyond.
As a key architect of our future, you'll translate complex technological possibilities into business opportunities, ensuring our innovations remain relevant in an exponentially evolving world. If you're passionate about shaping the future of tech and thrive at the intersection of creativity and strategy, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable technologies to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps integrating emerging technologies with business objectives and market demands
- Facilitate executive workshops and scenario planning sessions to align leadership on future innovation priorities
- Conduct competitive intelligence and market research to anticipate industry shifts and positioning opportunities
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to prototype future-facing solutions and validate market readiness
- Present compelling future-vision narratives to stakeholders through data-driven storytelling and visualizations
- Monitor global policy, regulatory, and ethical implications of emerging technologies to ensure responsible innovation
Qualifications
- Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Technology Management, Strategic Foresight, Computer Science, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation management, or technology consulting with proven future-vision projects
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, IoT, quantum) and their commercial applications
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic insights
- Strong presentation and communication skills with experience influencing executive decision-making
- Certification in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating past future-vision projects or technology trend analysis