Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to architect our next-generation technology ecosystem. As we stand on the precipice of unprecedented innovation, you'll lead our charge into quantum computing, neural interfaces, and AI-driven breakthroughs that will redefine human capability by 2026.
This isn't just a role—it's a mandate to build the future. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and government futurists to develop actionable roadmaps for technologies that will reshape industries. Your strategic vision will directly influence our $2B R&D portfolio and position us as humanity's innovation catalyst.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum supremacy, biotech integration, and sustainable energy systems
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams of AI researchers, nanotech engineers, and neuroscientists
- Partner with NASA, DARPA, and MIT on next-gen human augmentation projects
- Architect ethical frameworks for sentient AI and autonomous systems
- Forecast market disruptions and patent opportunities in emerging tech verticals
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives and government stakeholders
- Drive innovation sprints with 10x thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or Bioengineering with 10+ years R&D leadership
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum or neural technologies
- Proven track record of scaling tech startups to unicorn valuations
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting (Singularity University alumni preferred)
- Deep understanding of blockchain, neuralink, and climate tech convergence
- Security clearance or ability to obtain government-level clearance
- Portfolio of 2026+ technology patents or breakthrough innovations