Job Description
Join our elite innovation team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future of technology. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Lead to develop cutting-edge strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines foresight research, emerging tech integration, and cross-functional leadership to transform conceptual blueprints into market-ready innovations. You'll work alongside C-suite executives, R&D scientists, and product architects in our state-of-the-art Silicon Valley hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Collaborate with product teams to incubate future-focused R&D projects
- Present strategic innovation briefings to executive stakeholders and venture partners
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring long-term innovation impact
- Mentor cross-functional teams on future technology adoption methodologies
- Publish thought leadership on emerging tech trends in industry publications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurism consulting
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ technology commercialization projects
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Innovation Management
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Published research or patents in forward-thinking technology domains