Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of technological transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This strategic role will identify emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and paradigm shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-proof strategies that position us as industry leaders in an exponentially evolving digital landscape.
The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and human-centric design. You'll leverage data-driven foresight to anticipate market disruptions and guide our R&D investments toward breakthrough innovations that solve tomorrow's challenges today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, Web3) with 2026 impact potential
- Develop and maintain multi-year technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives
- Conduct scenario planning and risk assessments for technological disruptions
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-focused innovation into development cycles
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and industry thought leaders
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic partners
- Author thought leadership publications on technology's societal and economic impact
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Management, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in technology strategy, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their convergence implications
- Proven track record of developing successful future-focused strategies
- Exceptional analytical skills with data-driven decision-making capability
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication experience
- Published thought leadership in technology or futurism (articles, books, patents)