Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role requires a blend of cutting-edge technical expertise and strategic foresight to transform emerging trends into market-leading innovations. Work alongside industry pioneers in our Austin hub, where you'll shape the digital landscape through groundbreaking research and cross-functional leadership.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and emerging trends
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping futuristic solutions (AI, quantum computing, immersive tech)
- Conduct competitive analysis and scenario planning for 2026 technology landscape
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future-ready strategies into organizational vision
- Present technological forecasts and innovation frameworks to executive stakeholders
- Manage R&D budget allocation for experimental projects with 2026+ market potential
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or emerging tech leadership
- Proven expertise in at least two future-tech domains (quantum computing, AI ethics, neuromorphic systems)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting (IEEE, ACM, or equivalent)
- Experience scaling experimental technologies to enterprise-level implementation
- Strong analytical skills with data-driven scenario modeling capabilities
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management preferred