Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow's digital frontier at Horizon Innovations Group. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation tech ecosystem and lead groundbreaking initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, deep technical expertise, and the ability to transform emerging trends into scalable solutions.
As our resident futurist, you'll spearhead the development and implementation of long-term technology roadmaps that align with our mission to create sustainable, human-centric innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting technologiesâfrom quantum computing to neuro-interfacesâand translate them into actionable business strategies.
If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and human impact, this is your opportunity to lead the charge into tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026 technology vision roadmap aligned with company strategic goals
- Identify, evaluate, and integrate emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech, etc.) into product ecosystems
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present technology forecasts and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs for cutting-edge R&D
- Monitor global tech trends and regulatory shifts impacting 2026 digital landscape
- Drive cultural adoption of future-thinking methodologies across organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; PhD preferred
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products with market impact
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional strategic planning and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience presenting complex technical concepts to C-level stakeholders
- Certifications in Futures Studies, Technology Foresight, or Innovation Management
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or future studies