Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Technology Futurist to anticipate paradigm shifts, identify disruptive innovations, and develop strategic roadmaps for emerging tech domains. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with commercial viability, ensuring our organization remains at the forefront of the next technological revolution.
You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethicists, and biotech visionaries to shape our innovation ecosystem. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses deep technical foresight, and can translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, AI, neurotech, synthetic biology) and forecast 2026+ market impacts
- Develop strategic technology roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with R&D, product, and executive teams
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present future tech insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Monitor global tech policy developments and regulatory implications
- Author white papers on disruptive technologies and their societal implications
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology
- 8+ years in technology strategy, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (quantum/AI/blockchain)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning capabilities
- Strong network within tech research communities and innovation labs
- Published thought leadership in tech foresight publications
- Experience developing 5-10 year technology roadmaps
- Deep understanding of ethical implications of future technologies