Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 technology roadmap and drive innovation in an AI-driven world. This role demands a blend of foresight, technical expertise, and strategic leadership to transform emerging trends into competitive advantages.
As a key architect of our digital transformation, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to align technology investments with long-term business objectives. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where cutting-edge R&D meets market-ready solutions, positioning you at the nexus of tomorrow's technological breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Architect and execute a comprehensive 2026 technology strategy roadmap
- Lead cross-functional teams in identifying and implementing emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, Web3)
- Conduct competitive analysis and market research to position Horizon as an industry pioneer
- Develop KPI frameworks to measure technology ROI and innovation impact
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Oversee technology incubation programs for futuristic solutions
- Build strategic partnerships with tech innovators and research institutions
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in technology strategy, product innovation, or CTO leadership
- Proven track record in scaling AI/ML implementations or quantum computing initiatives
- Expertise in futures forecasting technology and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong financial acumen for technology investment valuation
- Certification in emerging technologies (AWS Certified Machine Learning, Google AI Engineer)
- Experience with agile transformation in Fortune 500 environments
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation journals